E 1517 Glyceryl diacetate (diacetin)

What is E 1517?

E 1517 is the E number of Glyceryl diacetate (diacetin). Ester of glycerol and acetic acid, used as a carrier for flavourings.

What is E 1517 used for?

E 1517 belongs to the group "Other additives" and is used as carrier.

• Carrier: Carriers dissolve, dilute or disperse other additives, flavourings or nutrients without having a technical effect themselves.

Which foods may contain E 1517?

The EU database lists no food categories under Annex II for this substance. It may, for example, only be used in additives, flavourings, enzymes or nutrients (Annex III) or under other rules such as wine law.

Is E 1517 vegan?

Vegan depending on origin: may come from plant or animal raw materials. The label usually does not say which.

Is E 1517 linked to genetic engineering?

No typical link to genetic engineering is known for this substance: it is not usually obtained from plants for which GM varieties exist, nor produced by fermentation.

How does E 1517 appear on the label?

In the list of ingredients, the substance appears with its function, followed by the E number or the name, for example "Carrier: E 1517" or "Carrier: Glyceryl diacetate".