§ 172.830. Succinylated monoglycerides.
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/us/cfr/t21/s§ 172.830A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
The food additive succinylated monoglycerides may be safely used in food in accordance with the following prescribed conditions:
(a)The additive is a mixture of semi-and neutral succinic acid esters of mono- and diglycerides produced by the succinylation of a product obtained by the glycerolysis of edible fats and oils, or by the direct esterification of glycerol with edible fat-forming fatty acids.
(b)The additive meets the following specifications: Succinic acid content: 14.8%-25.6% Melting point: 50 °C-60 °C. Acid number: 70-120
(c)The additive is used or intended for use in the following foods:
(1)As an emulsifier in liquid and plastic shortenings at a level not to exceed 3 percent by weight of the shortening.
(2)As a dough conditioner in bread baking, when such use is permitted by an appropriate food standard, at a level not to exceed 0.5 percent by weight of the flour used.