§ 184.1329. Glyceryl palmitostearate.
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/us/cfr/t21/s§ 184.1329·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
(a)Glyceryl palmitostearate is a mixture of mono-, di-, and triglyceryl esters of palmitic and stearic acids made from glycerin, palmitic acid, and stearic acid.
(b)The ingredient meets the following specifications:
(1)The substance is a mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides of palmitic acid and stearic acid.
(2)Heavy metals (as lead): Not more than 10 parts per million.
(c)In accordance with § 184.1(b)(1), the ingredient is used in food with no limitation other than current good manufacturing practice. The affirmation of this ingredient as generally recognized as safe
(GRAS)as a direct human food ingredient is based upon the following current good manufacturing practice conditions of use:
(1)The ingredient is used as a formulation aid, as defined in § 170.3(o)(14) of this chapter.
(2)The ingredient is used in excipient formulations for use in tablets at levels not to exceed good manufacturing practice. [60 FR 63621, Dec. 12, 1995]