Folic Acid Food Starch-modified
What is Folic Acid Food Starch-modified?
Folic Acid Food Starch-modified is a modified starch that has been fortified with folic acid. Modified starches are made from natural starches, such as corn, wheat, or potato, that undergo treatments to change their texture and stability. Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, an essential B vitamin.
Is Folic Acid Food Starch-modified vegan?
Folic Acid Food Starch-modified is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Folic Acid Food Starch-modified gluten-free?
Food starch-modified can be made from wheat, which is a major allergen and contains gluten.
What is Folic Acid Food Starch-modified used for?
This ingredient primarily functions as a thickener, stabilizer, or emulsifier, improving the texture and consistency of foods.
Is Folic Acid Food Starch-modified safe?
Modified starches are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA, and JECFA has evaluated them, finding them safe for use.
Why it's used
This ingredient primarily functions as a thickener, stabilizer, or emulsifier, improving the texture and consistency of foods. It also provides nutritional fortification with folic acid, commonly found in baked goods, soups, and sauces.
Health notes
Modified starches are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA, and JECFA has evaluated them, finding them safe for use. Folic acid is approved by the FDA for food fortification and is an essential vitamin. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated folic acid. There are no known adverse effects at typical intake levels for this combined ingredient.
Allergen info
Food starch-modified can be made from wheat, which is a major allergen and contains gluten. If derived from wheat, this ingredient would contain gluten. It can also be derived from corn or potato, which are not major allergens.
Foods that contain Folic Acid Food Starch-modified
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