Polysorbate 60
Polysorbate 60 contains moderate levels of Salicylate. It has low levels of FODMAPs and Nickel. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- SalicylateModerate
- FODMAPsLow
- NickelLow
- LactoseNone
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)None
No histamine route — it neither contains nor releases histamine, and does not inhibit DAO. Worth knowing all the same: additives of this kind are studied for their effect on the gut microbiota and intestinal inflammation, which can produce digestive symptoms that feel similar. That is a different mechanism, so avoiding it will not lower your histamine load.
- GlutenNo
- FructoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- TyramineNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Polysorbate 60 affect?
Polysorbate 60 is notable for Salicylate, FODMAPs and Nickel.
Does Polysorbate 60 contain Salicylate?
Polysorbate 60 contains moderate levels of Salicylate.
Does Polysorbate 60 contain FODMAPs?
Polysorbate 60 contains only low levels of FODMAPs.
Does Polysorbate 60 contain Nickel?
Polysorbate 60 contains only low levels of Nickel. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.