Ingredient

Corn Syrup High Fructose Corn Syrup

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Both corn syrup and high-fructose corn syrup are used as sweeteners in a wide …

What it is

Corn syrup is a liquid sweetener made by breaking down corn starch. High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a type of corn syrup that has been further processed to convert some of its glucose into fructose, resulting in a sweeter product.

Why it's used

Both corn syrup and high-fructose corn syrup are used as sweeteners in a wide range of processed foods. They also help keep foods moist, prevent sugar crystallization, and improve texture in products like baked goods, soft drinks, candies, and jams.

Health notes

Corn syrup and high-fructose corn syrup are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As sources of added sugars, their consumption should align with the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. The body processes high-fructose corn syrup similarly to other added sugars like table sugar. JECFA has evaluated sugars and set an acceptable daily intake that is "not specified" for many, including fructose and glucose.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Corn Syrup High Fructose Corn Syrup

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Welch Foods Inc Spread, Strawberry Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs River Valley Foods, Inc. River Valley, Ice Cream, Butter Pecan, Butter Pecan Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 215kcal 1.5Protein 12.3Fat 23.1Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Jelly, Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Key Lime Divine Flavored Key Lime Ice Cream With Whipped Cream Flavored Swirls Between Graham Wafers Edged With Key Lime Flavored Chips Ice Cream Sandwiches, Key Lime Divine Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 282kcal 3.9Protein 9.0Fat 44.9Carbs

Mayfield Dairy Farms, Inc. Ice Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 231kcal 3.1Protein 10.8Fat 30.8Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Bars, Orange Cream Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 167kcal 1.9Protein 5.6Fat 27.8Carbs Save Mart Supermarkets Inc. Butter Pancake Syrup, Butter Syrups & Molasses High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 333kcal 0Protein 0Fat 83.3Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Maraschino Cherries With Stems Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 143kcal 0Protein 0Fat 42.9Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Maraschino Cherries With Stems, Maraschino Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings 200kcal 0Protein 0Fat 40Carbs Hostess Brands, LLC Chocolate Covered Sponge Cake With Creamy Filling Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 415kcal 2.4Protein 19.5Fat 58.5Carbs Bridgford Foods Corporation French Toast Ready To Eat Sandwiches Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 330kcal 5Protein 10Fat 49Carbs Super Store Industries Jelly, Concord Grape Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 250kcal 0Protein 0Fat 65Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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