Propylene Glycol Esters is a lipophilic food additive obtained by esterification of propylene glycol with stearic acid followed by distillation. Propylene glycol esters of fatty acids are a multi-purpose emulsifier. E477 emulsifier has good foaming and emulsifying properties. Propylene glycol esters can also be used in cakes, fried snacks, and compound seasonings.