Polyglycerol polyricinoleate (PGPR), E476, is an emulsifier made in a three step process from glycerol and fatty acids (usually castor bean derived), respectively. PGPR reduces the viscosity of chocolate and similar coatings and compounds. It works by decreasing the friction between the particles of cacao, sugar, milk, etc. present so they can flow more easily when melted. It is used at low levels (below 1%). It is made up of a short chain of glycerol molecules connected by ether bonds, with ricinoleic acid side chains connected by ester bonds. PGPR is a yellowish, viscous liquid composed of polyglycerol esters of polycondensed fatty acids from castor oil. It may also be polyglycerol esters of dimerized fatty acids of soybean oil. PGPR is strongly lipophilic, soluble in fats and oils and insoluble in water and ethyl alcohol. In chocolates, it is used as a viscosity-reducing agent. It is virtually always paired with lecithin or another plastic viscosity-reducing agent. It can also be used as an emulsifier in spreads and in salad dressings or as a crystal inhibitor and anticlouding agent in fractionated vegetable oils. PGPR is used by chocolate makers to reduce their costs of raw materials. Since 2006, commercial-grade candy bars, such as those made by Hersheys and Nestlé, made an industry-wide switch to include PGPR as an ingredient - a possible indicator of a cost-saving measure by the commercial chocolate industry. Makers of PGPR such as Danisco and Palsgaard indicate PGPR can be used to replace the traditional but more expensive cocoa butter as an ingredient in chocolate. Palsgaard's website asserts, "Cocoa butter is an expensive raw material for chocolate manufacturers. By using PALSGAARD 4150 the chocolate recipe has lower costs in terms of less cocoa butter but also gives the benefit of having less fat."
| Item | STANDARD |
| Acid Value (mgkoH/g) | =<6.0 |
| Saponification Value (mgkoH/g) | 170-210 |
| Iodine Value (g/100g) | 72-103 |
| Hydroxyl Value (mgkoH/g) | 80-100 |
| Pb (ppm) | =<2 |
1, What kinds of certificates can you offer?
Chems is an ISO2008 9001 certified company, as for Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR), we can offer HAPPC, KOSHER, HALAL Certificates, ect.
2, Is Chems a manufacturer or just a trading company?
Chems is both manufacturer and trading company, we are Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR) distributor, at the same time, we are manufacturer of other products.
3, What is the Min Order Quantity of Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR)?
Different products have different MOQ, for Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR), the MOQ is 500kg.
4, What is the price of Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR)?
Chems is a famous supplier and manufacturer of Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR) in China, and has been corporate with many Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR) suppliers for several years, we can provide you with cost-effective Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR).
5, How long shall we wait for your reply?
We can guarantee to reply your inquiries of Polyglycerol Polyricinoleate (PGPR) in less than 24 hours in working days.
6, What kinds of transportation types can you provide?
Our main transportation methods include air transportation, land transportation and water transportation.
7, What kinds of payment terms can you accept?
The most commonly used payment terms are T/T, L/C, D/P, D/A, etc.
8, How long will I receive my good?
Chems has its own EDC warehouse in Shanghai, when your purchase order has been confirmed, inventory products will deliver within 1 week, other products delivery in 2 weeks.