Also known as: E472e, DATEM, Diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides, Diacetyl tartaric esters
| Source | Halal Ruling |
|---|---|
| Plant Derived | Halal — from vegetable-derived mono/diglycerides |
| Animal Derived | Haram if from pork — depends on mono/diglyceride source |
DATEM is an emulsifier commonly used as a dough conditioner in bread and baked goods. Like E471, the fatty acid component can come from animal or plant sources. The source is typically not specified. If the product is suitable for vegetarians, the source is plant-based.
Listed as 'E472e', 'DATEM', or 'diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides'.