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Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate
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Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate (SSL) is a versatile anionic food emulsifier that strengthens dough, improves crumb texture, and stabilizes emulsions across a wide range of bakery, dairy, and processed food applications. Also known by its food additive code E481, SSL is a cream-to-ivory powder derived from stearic acid, lactic acid, and sodium, prized for its ability to bind water and oil phases while conditioning gluten networks in dough.
Key Benefits
- Dough strengthening — improves gluten development for greater volume and a finer, more even crumb in bread, buns, and rolls
- Anti-staling — complexes with starch (amylose) to slow retrogradation, keeping baked goods softer for longer
- Emulsion stability — prevents oil-water separation in non-dairy creamers, whipped toppings, and processed cheese
- Foam stabilization — supports aeration and structure in whipped and foamed products
- Heat and shelf stability — maintains performance through baking, pasteurization, and extended storage
Applications
SSL is widely used in bread, steamed buns, noodles, instant noodles, dumplings, cakes, and pastries as a dough conditioner and crumb softener. It's also used in non-dairy creamers, margarine, whipped cream, processed cheese, and meat products where a stable, smooth emulsion is needed.
Product Specifications
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| INCI / Common Name | Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate (SSL) |
| Food Additive Code | E481 |
| CAS Number | 25383-99-7 |
| Classification | Anionic emulsifier |
| HLB Value | ~8.3 |
| Appearance | Ivory to cream-colored powder or flakes |
| Solubility | Disperses in hot water; soluble in ethanol and hot fats/oils |
| Typical Usage Rate | 0.3–0.5% in bakery formulations (adjust per application and regulatory limits) |
Why Source SSL from ASES Chemical Works?
ASES Chemical Works has supplied food, cosmetic, and industrial-grade chemicals to Indian manufacturers and formulators since 1942. Our Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate is available in 1kg, 5kg, and 20kg pack sizes to suit both small-batch trials and full-scale production, with the documentation support (COA/SDS on request) that food manufacturers need for compliance.
Storage & Handling
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture in tightly sealed packaging. SSL is slightly hygroscopic, so reseal packaging promptly after each use to prevent clumping.
Disclaimer: This product is intended for use by trained formulators and food manufacturers. Always verify permitted usage levels for your specific food category under applicable food safety regulations (e.g. FSSAI) before use.