Ingredient

Corn Dextrin

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use corn dextrin as a dietary fiber supplement and a bulking agent in …

What it is

Corn dextrin is a type of soluble fiber made from corn starch. It is produced by heating corn starch and then breaking it down into smaller molecules. This process results in a white, odorless powder that dissolves easily in water.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use corn dextrin as a dietary fiber supplement and a bulking agent in foods. It can also act as a stabilizer and emulsifier, helping to bind ingredients together. You can find it in baked goods, cereals, and snack foods.

Health notes

Corn dextrin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of soluble fiber, which may help support digestive health. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated corn dextrin. Evidence on its effects on blood sugar and cholesterol levels is mixed, with some studies showing a modest benefit and others showing little to no effect.

Allergen info

Corn dextrin is derived from corn, which is not one of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Corn Dextrin

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TASTYKAKE Birthday Kake Flavored Mini Donuts, Birthday Kake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving 371kcal 4.8Protein 11.3Fat 66.1Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Fruit Frenzy Sweetened Multi-Grain Cereal, Fruit Frenzy Cereal High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 325kcal 2.5Protein 0Fat 85Carbs The Gluten Free Food Group LLC Three Bakers, Whole Grain Bread, Cinnamon Raisin, Cinnamon Raisin Breads & Buns 290kcal 2.9Protein 3.6Fat 59.4Carbs The Gluten Free Food Group LLC Whole Grain Thin Crust Pizza, Classic Cheese Pizza High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 211kcal 10.2Protein 6.2Fat 29.7Carbs The Gluten Free Food Group LLC Whole Grain Crust Pizza, Sweet Italian Sausage Pizza High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 207kcal 9.6Protein 6.7Fat 28.1Carbs Tasty Baking Company Mini Donuts , Blueberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 456kcal 3.5Protein 24.6Fat 54.4Carbs

Tasty Baking Company Orange Mini Donuts, Orange Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 456kcal 3.5Protein 24.6Fat 405Carbs Tasty Baking Company Mini Donuts, Gingerbread Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 456kcal 3.5Protein 26.3Fat 52.6Carbs Tasty Baking Company Tastykake, Mini Donuts, Strawberry, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 439kcal 3.5Protein 22.8Fat 54.4Carbs Ledagio, Ltd. Kameda, Rice Goes Crispy Mini Baked Savory Rice Snacks, Chili & Tomato, Chili & Tomato Other Snacks 467kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 70Carbs Flowers Foods, Inc. Mini Donuts, Cinnamon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 446kcal 5.4Protein 26.8Fat 50Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Mini Donuts, Gingerbread Spice Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 333kcal 5Protein 6.7Fat 63.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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