Lipase
What is Lipase?
Lipases are a group of enzymes that help break down fats. They are naturally produced by the body, particularly in the digestive system, and are also found in many microorganisms like fungi and bacteria. Industrial lipases are typically produced through fermentation using selected microbial strains.
Is Lipase a major allergen?
Lipase itself is not one of the 14 major allergens.
What is Lipase used for?
Lipases are added to foods primarily as processing aids to modify fat content and texture.
Is Lipase safe?
Lipase is authorised as a food additive in the UK and European Union, listed under E1104.
Why it's used
Lipases are added to foods primarily as processing aids to modify fat content and texture. They can be used in baking to improve dough quality, in dairy products to develop flavour, and in some protein supplements to aid digestion. Their function is to catalyse the hydrolysis of lipids (fats).
Health notes
Lipase is authorised as a food additive in the UK and European Union, listed under E1104. It is generally considered safe when used as intended. EFSA has evaluated lipases and they are permitted for use in various food categories. They are naturally occurring enzymes involved in fat digestion, and their use in food processing is not associated with significant health concerns at typical intake levels.
Allergen info
Lipase itself is not one of the 14 major allergens. However, if derived from sources like milk or soy, trace amounts of these allergens could potentially be present in the final product, though typically in negligible quantities.
Foods that contain Lipase
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