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E486
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Calcium stearyl fumarateEmulsifiers
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Description
Calcium stearoyl fumarate is an organic compound produced by combining stearic acid and fumaric acid, with calcium hydroxide. The end result is a calcium salt which can be a white-slightly yellowish powder, or a brittle solid with a characteristic odourA distictive smell that may be either pleasant or unpleasant.. This product is then used as an emulsifierUsed in food to maintain a uniform mixture between two or more unblendable mixutres. For example a mixture of oil and water. This is achieved by having one end of the emulsifier molecule soluble in water and the other end soluble in fats and oils., a flour treatment agentUsed to improve the manageability of dough during bread making, and improve flour performance during baking. to strengthen dough, and as a conditioning agent in food.
Common Uses
Used in bakery products, and used as a conditioning agent for dehydrated potatoes.
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