E472e
E472e: DATEM
Moderate concernFunction: emulsifier
What is E472e?
E472e (DATEM) is a emulsifier used in processed foods.
What the research says
Bread improver (mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters). The same 2023 NutriNet-Santé analysis linked higher intake to higher cardiovascular risk.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E472e (DATEM) safe?
Bread improver (mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters). The same 2023 NutriNet-Santé analysis linked higher intake to higher cardiovascular risk.
Why is E472e added to food?
It is used as a emulsifier.
Does E472e make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E472e mark a food as ultra-processed.