glycerol esters of wood rosins
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | glycerol esters of wood rosins |
| English name | glycerol esters of wood rosins |
| INS/E number | INS 445 |
| Functional class | Emulsifier |
| Year adopted | 1971 |
| Approved by | European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
Glycerol esters of wood rosin (ester gum) are glycerol esters formed by esterifying wood rosin with glycerol. They are emulsifiers and stabilisers used mainly as weighting agents for flavour oils in non-alcoholic beverages, matching the oil density to the drink to keep it suspended.
Source
Industrial：木松香与甘油在催化剂下酯化生成甘油酯混合物，再精制
Why is it used?
- Weighs down flavour oils for uniform suspension in beverages
- Prevents oil ring and separation
- Creates a stable cloudy appearance
- Improves flavour release in non-alcoholic drinks
Common Foods
- Carbonated beverages
- Non-alcoholic cocktail drinks
- Emulsified-flavour beverages
- Fruit drinks
- Energy drinks
Safety
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：0-12.5 mg/kg bw
Concerns：
- 为不可消化物质，过量可能不适
- 需遵守最大使用量
Usage Standard
China：GB 2760《食品安全国家标准 食品添加剂使用标准》（作乳化香精的增重剂）
International：
- EU Regulation 1333/2008 Annex II (E 445)
- FDA 21 CFR 172.735
- Codex GSFA (INS 445)
- FSANZ Food Standards Code (445)
- JECFA Monograph (1971)
In a nutshell
Glycerol esters of wood rosin are beverage weighting agents that keep flavour oils suspended in non-alcoholic drinks.
Consumer Advice
Glycerol esters of wood rosins is an emulsifier made from pine-tree resin and glycerol, used mainly in citrus-flavoured soft drinks to keep the oily flavour evenly dispersed and prevent clouding or separation, and in chewing gum. It is approved with usage limits by regulators including JECFA and is generally recognised as safe, though very high intakes have occasionally been linked to mild stomach upset.
Dietary Restrictions
- Vegan: ✅
- Halal: ✅
- Kosher: ✅
Allergens
✅ Free from common allergens
Disclaimer
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