Lecithin citrate
What is Lecithin citrate?
Lecithin citrate is a food additive that acts as an emulsifier. It is produced by reacting lecithin with citric acid. Lecithin itself is a naturally occurring fatty substance found in plant and animal tissues.
Is Lecithin citrate a major allergen?
Lecithin can be derived from soya or eggs, which are among the 14 major allergens that must be declared on UK food labels.
What is Lecithin citrate used for?
Manufacturers add lecithin citrate to improve the texture and stability of food products by helping to mix ingredients that don't normally combine well, such as oil and water.
Is Lecithin citrate safe?
Lecithin citrate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add lecithin citrate to improve the texture and stability of food products by helping to mix ingredients that don't normally combine well, such as oil and water. It is commonly found in confectionery, baked goods, and dairy products.
Health notes
Lecithin citrate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. European food safety authorities have evaluated lecithin and its derivatives, and they are generally considered safe for consumption at typical levels. JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) has also evaluated lecithin and did not set a numerical acceptable daily intake (ADI).
Allergen info
Lecithin can be derived from soya or eggs, which are among the 14 major allergens that must be declared on UK food labels. If derived from soya, it would need to be declared as 'soya lecithin'.
Foods that contain Lecithin citrate
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