E472d: Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides
Main role: emulsifying
Also listed as: TATEM
What is E472d (Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides)?
E472d uses tartaric acid together with mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. It is one of the specified ester families used to alter mixing and processing behavior.
What does it do in food?
Its main role is emulsifying. Emulsifiers help ingredients mix or remain distributed. The recipe determines whether that means dispersing fat, improving dough handling, or controlling a coating. Their presence alone does not describe the food’s overall nutritional quality.
Food and formulation examples
- Bakery emulsifier preparations
- Fat-containing mixtures
- Authorized processed foods
These examples describe formulation roles, not a list of unrestricted legal uses. Availability and permitted applications differ by country and food category.
Label names and ingredient questions
Look for E472d, E 472d, or the ingredient name. Related names and label terms include TATEM. A family code can cover more than one specified form; check the full declaration when the distinction matters.
E472d differs from E472e and E472f in its specification. Compare the full ingredient name rather than treating every E472 suffix as the same additive.
Is E472d safe?
There is no meaningful personal risk estimate from an E number alone. Food-grade specifications, allowed uses, amount consumed, and individual circumstances all matter. The authorization record below gives the legal scope; it is not a claim that every possible use is appropriate.
A label identifies the ingredient but usually not its concentration. Calculating daily intake requires the amount in the food and the quantities eaten.
Authorization and conditions of use
The Great Britain food additive register lists E472d as Tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids. This is an entry subject to its stated conditions, not unrestricted permission for every food. The record links to the applicable authorization terms. For an EU product, use the European Commission food additive database to check the relevant food category and limits. Other countries may use different names or rules.