Ingredient

Glucose-fructose Sugar

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers use glucose-fructose sugar primarily as a sweetener and to add moisture and texture …

What it is

Glucose-fructose sugar, also known as high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), is a liquid sweetener made from corn starch. Through an enzymatic process, some of the glucose in corn syrup is converted into fructose, giving it a sweetness similar to table sugar (sucrose). It is widely used in the U.S. food supply.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use glucose-fructose sugar primarily as a sweetener and to add moisture and texture to foods. Its liquid form makes it easy to incorporate into beverages, baked goods, cereals, condiments, and processed foods.

Health notes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists high-fructose corn syrup as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). Major health organizations and scientific reviews have examined its role in the diet. Some research suggests a link between high intake of added sugars, including HFCS, and health issues like weight gain and increased risk of type 2 diabetes, while other reviews indicate no significant difference in health effects between HFCS and other caloric sweeteners when consumed in similar amounts. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have also evaluated added sugars.

Allergen info

Glucose-fructose sugar is derived from corn, which is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Glucose-fructose Sugar

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CONAGRA FOODS, INC. Hunt's, Thick & Rich, Premium Pasta Sauce, Original, Original Prepared Pasta & Pizza Sauces High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 64kcal 1.6Protein 1.6Fat 10.4Carbs CHEF BOYARDEE Lasagna Pasta With Beef In Tomato Sauce, Beef Chili & Stew High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 98kcal 4.4Protein 3.4Fat 12.7Carbs Canadian Fish Exporters Inc. Cedar Bay, Made Easy Salmon, Maple Chipotle Sauce, Maple Chipotle Sauce Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 195kcal 15.9Protein 11.5Fat 7.1Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Chef Boyardee, Nhl Pasta Shapes In Tomato Sauce, Chef Boyardee, Nhl Pasta Shapes In Tomato Sauce Chili & Stew High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 61kcal 1.9Protein 0.2Fat 12.7Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Chef Boyardee, Macaroni With Cheese Sauce, Chef Boyardee, Macaroni With Cheese Sauce Chili & Stew High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 99kcal 3.8Protein 3.8Fat 11.8Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Pasta Twists With Pizza Toppings Chili & Stew High in sodium — 53% DV per serving 75kcal 2.8Protein 1.6Fat 11.8Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Chef Boyardee, Overloaded Lasagna, Pasta With Beef In Tomato Sauce With Cheese And Green Peppers, Chef Boyardee, Overloaded Lasagna, Pasta With Beef In Tomato Sauce With Cheese And Green Peppers Chili & Stew High in sodium — 41% DV per serving 66kcal 2.8Protein 1.6Fat 9.9Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Macaroni With Beef In Tomato Sauce Chili & Stew High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 85kcal 4.7Protein 1.9Fat 13.2Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Chef Boyardee, Tortellini, Meat Filled Pasta In Tomato & Meat Sauce Chili & Stew High in sodium — 47% DV per serving 75kcal 3.8Protein 1.4Fat 11.8Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Chef Boyardee, Ravioli Primavera, Vegetable & Cheese Filled Ravioli In Tomato & Garden Vegetable Sauce Chili & Stew High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 90kcal 3.3Protein 1.6Fat 15.6Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Chef Boyardee, Rigatoni, Macaroni In Tomato & Meat Sauce, Chef Boyardee, Rigatoni, Macaroni In Tomato & Meat Sauce Chili & Stew High in sodium — 45% DV per serving 75kcal 3.8Protein 1.6Fat 11.8Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Beef Mini Ravioli In Tomato & Meat Sauce, Beef Chili & Stew High in sodium — 35% DV per serving 99kcal 3.3Protein 3.8Fat 13.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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