Ingredient

Confectioner's Coating Sugar

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use confectioner's coating sugar primarily to provide sweetness and a smooth, opaque finish …

What it is

Confectioner's coating sugar is a finely ground sugar product, often combined with other ingredients like cornstarch to prevent caking and improve texture. It is specifically formulated to create smooth, stable, and visually appealing coatings for various food items. This sugar is typically derived from sugarcane or sugar beets.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use confectioner's coating sugar primarily to provide sweetness and a smooth, opaque finish to confectionery products. It is commonly found in glazes, icings, and coatings for candies, baked goods, and nuts, contributing to both flavor and appearance.

Health notes

Sugar, including confectioner's coating sugar, is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no specific amount of added sugars, advising consumers to limit intake to at most 10 grams per meal. JECFA has evaluated sugars and determined that an acceptable daily intake (ADI) is 'not specified,' meaning a numeric limit is not necessary based on current data. Excessive intake of added sugars is associated with increased calorie intake and may contribute to various health concerns.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Confectioner's Coating Sugar

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RB. Confections, Lc. Holiday Kreemy White Drizzls, Kreemy White Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 487kcal 2.6Protein 20.5Fat 74.4Carbs Bay Valley Foods, LLC Orange Creme Almonds Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 567kcal 10Protein 36.7Fat 50Carbs Caribou Coffee Company, Inc. Caribou Coffee, Pretzel Rods Dipped In Milk Chocolate And White Confectioner's Coating Chocolate High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 500kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 67.9Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Dark Chocolate Caramels With Sea Salt, Sea Salt Chocolate High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 433kcal 3.3Protein 16.7Fat 63.3Carbs Eillien's Candies Inc. Pecan Caramel Clusters, Pecan Caramel Candy High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 500kcal 3.6Protein 28.6Fat 53.6Carbs Krause Gentle Corporation Chocolate Covered Raisins, Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 433kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 70Carbs RB. Confections, Lc. Springtime Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 487kcal 2.6Protein 20.5Fat 74.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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