Last reviewed May 2026 · 1 min read
Is Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate vegan?
Also known as: SSL, E481
E-number: E481
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It depends — Made from lactic acid and stearic acid (animal or plant source).
01 · The basics
What is Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate?
A dough conditioner.
02 · The source
Where it comes from
Made from lactic acid and stearic acid (animal or plant source).
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Is E481 vegan?
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