Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate
Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate (CSL) is a calcium salt of stearoyllactic acid commonly used as a food-grade emulsifier and dough conditioner. It is primarily utilized in baked goods, cereals, and processed foods to improve texture, extend shelf life, and enhance dough handling properties.
A food-grade emulsifier used to improve texture and shelf life in baked goods and processed foods.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1927023
- Generic
- Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Not typically used as a medication; serves as a food additive in bread, pastries, cereals, and packaged foods to improve product quality and consistency.
Functions as an emulsifier by helping blend water and fat components, and acts as a dough strengthenener by facilitating gluten development and gas retention during baking.
Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food use. No known significant side effects at typical dietary levels. Individuals with specific calcium restrictions should consult a healthcare provider regarding dietary intake from fortified foods.
Official drug label
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