THE BOOT LIST ITEM #39
Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate, also known as docusate sodium, may sound familiar as it is commonly found as a key ingredient in laxatives and stool softeners! It helps to increase water absorption in the gut. In the food industry it is primarily used as a thickener, processing aid, solubilizing agent, and food additive. Though it is generally recognized as safe to consume, weighing the health benefits vs nutritional value should be considered.
Wetting Agent
Nausea, rash, diarrhea, throat irritation, intestinal obstruction.
Dry gelatin dessert, dry beverage base, and fruit juice drinks.