E-number: 431
Name: Polyoxyethylene (40) Stearate
Alternative Names :Polyoxyl 40 stearate.
Alternative Names :Polyoxyl 40 stearate.
Function: Emulsifier, Defoamer
Status: Mushbooh
Source: Mixture of stearate & ethylene oxide. Check source of stearic acid.
Health Info!!
Health Code: Yellow
Skin tumours in mice, may facilitate the penetration of cancer-causing additives
Uses: Processed foods, frozen desserts
Other Uses: Hand cream and lotion
Other Uses: Hand cream and lotion