E491

Emulsifiers, Stabilisers, Thickeners and Gelling Agents.
Sorbitan fatty acid esters are lipophilic (fat loving) generally soluble or dispersible in oil and tend to form water in oil emulsions. They are also soluble in most organic solvents.

Used in fine bakery wares, anusol pile cream and cream for dry and sensitive skins

May be harmful or act as an irritant - toxicology not fully investigated. No known adverse effects.