| abstract |
A method of preparing purified ester compositions is provided. The process can be utilized to isolate and purify monoglycerides and propylene glycol monoesters, to advantage. It can also be used to isolate preferred diester products. The invention also concerns equipment for conduct of the processes, provision of preferred food additives, and provision of preferred food industry compositions. The process generally involves use of liquid-liquid extractions, to advantage. |