E471 - The once very controversial 'E Number'.
E471 - The once very controversial 'E Number'. Today we're going to do a quick breakdown of the E-Number 'E471'. Many will remember this as a controversial ingredient. It 'automatically' meant the food contained Pork Gelatine. Albeit, sometimes true, it's not always the case. What is E471? E471 is an additive and comes in the category of: Thickeners, gelling agents, phosphates, humectants and emulsifiers. If you read our previous blog on e-numbers you would remember that E400 to 499 come in this category. E471 is known as a mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids. You're probably now more confused. Worry not, we'll simplify it for you. These fatty acids are known as synthetic fats that are produced from glycerol and natural fatty acids. These can be from either plant or animal origin . E471 is generally a mixture of several products. Its makeup is similar to partially digested natural fat. Halal or Haram? Now for the simple part. ...