Ingredient

And The Following: Corn Syrup

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Food makers add corn syrup to products mainly to make them sweet and to …

What it is

Corn syrup is a sweet, thick liquid made from corn starch. It is produced by breaking down the starch from corn kernels into simpler sugars, mainly glucose, using enzymes or mild acids.

Why it's used

Food makers add corn syrup to products mainly to make them sweet and to thicken them. It also helps keep foods moist, prevents sugar from forming crystals, and adds body to many items. You can find it in candies, baked goods, sauces, and some drinks.

Health notes

The FDA considers corn syrup to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. It is a source of added sugars and calories. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) suggest limiting added sugars to at most 10 grams per meal. JECFA has evaluated glucose syrup, which includes corn syrup, and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified), viewing it as a food ingredient. EFSA has also evaluated glucose syrup.

Allergen info

Corn syrup is made from corn, which is not one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It is also naturally gluten-free.

Products containing And The Following: Corn Syrup

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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