Ingredient

Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add milled rice to provide a crispy texture to foods like cereals, baked …

What is Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice?

Milled rice is rice that has been ground into a powder or coarse meal. It is made from whole rice grains that have had the husk, bran, and germ removed. This process results in a fine, powdery ingredient.

Is Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice vegan?

Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice gluten-free?

It is also gluten-free.

Is Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice a major allergen?

Rice is not one of the 9 major allergens.

What is Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice used for?

Manufacturers add milled rice to provide a crispy texture to foods like cereals, baked goods, and candy.

Is Crispy Rice Cereal: Milled Rice safe?

Milled rice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add milled rice to provide a crispy texture to foods like cereals, baked goods, and candy. It is often used in cake mixes, cookies, and dessert toppings to create a satisfying crunch. It can also act as a binder or filler in some food products.

Health notes

Milled rice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a common carbohydrate source in many diets. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated rice and its components, and no specific concerns have been raised regarding its use at typical dietary levels. It is not associated with the controversies surrounding artificial food dyes or other additives.

Allergen info

Rice is not one of the 9 major allergens. It is also gluten-free.

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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