Corn Starch
What is Corn Starch?
Corn starch is a fine, white powder made from the endosperm of corn kernels. It is a carbohydrate extracted through a wet milling process that separates the starch from other parts of the corn.
Is Corn Starch vegan?
Corn Starch is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Corn Starch gluten-free?
It is also naturally gluten-free.
Is Corn Starch a major allergen?
Corn starch is not considered a major allergen by the FDA.
What is Corn Starch used for?
Manufacturers add corn starch primarily as a thickening agent, stabilizer, and anti-caking agent in many food products.
Is Corn Starch safe?
Corn starch is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended uses.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add corn starch primarily as a thickening agent, stabilizer, and anti-caking agent in many food products. It helps create desired textures in sauces, soups, gravies, baked goods, and snack foods.
Health notes
Corn starch is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended uses. It is a source of carbohydrates and is typically consumed without adverse effects at usual intake levels. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated starches and generally consider them safe for consumption. There are no notable controversies regarding the safety of plain corn starch.
Allergen info
Corn starch is not considered a major allergen by the FDA. It is also naturally gluten-free.
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