E389
Dilauryl thiodipropionate
Anti-oxidants

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Description

Dilauryl thiodipropionate is an esterAn organic compound made by replacing the hydrogen of an acid by an alkyl or other organic group. of thiodipropionic acid and lauryl alcohol. It is a white crystalline powder with a characteristic sweet odourA distictive smell that may be either pleasant or unpleasant. that is insoluble in water, but soluble in most organic solvents (excluding alcohol). It is used as a secondary anti-oxidantActs as a preservative by inhibiting the effects of oxygen on food. to prevent fats and oils from oxidisingTo become chemically combined with oxygen. and becoming rancid.


Common Uses

Used in fats, oils, and drinks that are prone to oxidation.


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