E491 SMS Sorbitan Mono Stearate 25 KG

E491 SMS Sorbitan Mono Stearate is an effective emulsifierwidely used in the food industry. Composed of partial esters of sorbitol and stearic acid, it is used to stabilize water and oil mixtures and improve the texture of food products. SMS, which has a wide range of applications, is especially preferred in many areas from pastry products to chocolate and confectionery.

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Description and Content

• Product Name: Sorbitan Monostearate (E491) – SMS
• Chemical Structure: Partial esters of stearic acid and sorbitol and its anhydrides. May contain small amounts of free fatty acids.
• Appearance Solid in the form of cream-yellowish beads. It has a light, characteristic odor.
• Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, dispersible in hot water.

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E491 SMS Sorbitan Mono Stearate Intended Use

1. Emulsification
   • It allows immiscible ingredients such as water and fat to mix and forms stable emulsions. This property is highly valued in products such as salad dressings, margarine and creamy desserts.
2. Tissue Optimization:
   • Provides softness and uniform crumb structure in baked products.
   • It improves the texture and mouthfeel of products, making them more attractive.
3. Stabilization:
   • Prevents separation of food components and extends the shelf life of products.
4. Ease of Processing:
   • It helps ingredients to mix easily during production, speeding up the process and ensuring a more consistent product.
5. Increasing Whisking Properties:
   • Increases volume and stability in whipped cream and sauces.
6. Fat Reduced Formulations:
   • It fulfills the function of oil in low-fat products, providing a creamy texture and improving product quality.

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Areas of Use

• Pastry Products: Cakes, decorations and coatings.
• Fat Emulsions: Margarines and spreadable fat products.
• Bread Yeast: Improves dough stability.
• Milk and Cream Mixtures: Provides homogeneous structure and stability.
• Jellies and Marmalades: For texture and stabilization.
• Cocoa-based confectionery: Preserves the smooth texture of chocolates.
• Sweets and Confectionery: Regulates pore structure.
• Food Supplements: Used for homogeneity and shelf life.

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Technical Specifications

• Packaging: 20 kg kraft bag.
• Amount of Use: It is determined according to the type of application and the required product properties.

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Advantages

1. High Emulsification Capacity:
   • Facilitates mixing of water and oil-based components.
2. Texture and Flavor Enhancement:
   • It provides a softer, smoother and more attractive texture.
3. Shelf Life Extension:
   • Preserves the freshness and extends the shelf life of foods.
4. Ease of Production:
   • It speeds up processing and helps to ensure a consistent product.
5. Various Application Areas:
   • It has a wide range of uses from pastry to chocolate and confectionery.

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Regulatory Status

E491 is recognized as safe (GRAS) within limits set by authorities such as the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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