E479b

Emulsifiers, Stabilisers, Thickeners and Gelling Agents.
Found in magarine and similar fat emulsions for frying purposes.

In laboratory tests oxidised and heated (modified) fats fed in very large amounts to test animals have shown to produce toxic symptoms including liver and thyroid changes and the development of tumours. The minute quantities in food for human consumption are not thought to present any risk.

May be of Genetically modified origin as manufactured from soya.