Corn Starch Salt

Corn starch salt is a mixture of corn starch and salt. Corn starch is a carbohydrate derived from corn kernels, and salt is sodium chloride. The two are combined to create a product with specific functional properties in food.

This blend is often used as a thickener and a flavor enhancer. It can help improve the texture and mouthfeel of foods. It is commonly found in mixes for dishes like Mexican dinners, as well as in baked goods such as cakes, cupcakes, and snack cakes, and in candies.

Corn starch is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Salt (sodium chloride) is also a common food ingredient. While excessive sodium intake is linked to health concerns like high blood pressure, the amount of salt in corn starch salt blends is typically moderate. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated both corn starch and salt. Regulatory bodies consider these ingredients safe at typical consumption levels.