Ingredient

High Fructose Corn Syrup Water

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add high fructose corn syrup primarily as a sweetener. It also helps to …

What it is

High fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is a liquid sweetener made from corn. It is produced by processing corn starch to create corn syrup, and then enzymes are used to convert some of the glucose into fructose. The "water" in the name indicates it's a diluted solution, which is how it's typically sold and used.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add high fructose corn syrup primarily as a sweetener. It also helps to maintain moisture in baked goods, contributes to browning, and can extend the shelf life of certain products. It is commonly found in soft drinks, candies, baked goods, processed snacks, and condiments like pickles and relishes.

Health notes

The FDA considers high fructose corn syrup to be a safe food ingredient. It is a source of added sugars, and like all added sugars, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend consuming no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams per meal. Scientific evidence suggests that the metabolic effects of high fructose corn syrup are similar to those of table sugar (sucrose) when consumed in similar amounts. JECFA has evaluated corn syrup and similar sugar products.

Allergen info

High fructose corn syrup is derived from corn, which is not one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing High Fructose Corn Syrup Water

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Mount Olive Pickle Company Inc. Mt. Olive, Chipotle Bread & Butter Chips Pickles, Sweet Smoky, Sweet Smoky Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 89kcal 0Protein 0Fat 21.4Carbs FGF LLC Decadent Raspberry Bar Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 383kcal 3.3Protein 15Fat 60Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Spinach Berry Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 116kcal 2.1Protein 6.2Fat 13.3Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Honey Mustard Dressing & Dip, Honey Mustard Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 433kcal 0Protein 36.7Fat 23.3Carbs Raley's Lemon Pie, Lemon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 60% DV per serving 354kcal 2.6Protein 15.9Fat 52.2Carbs Rich Products Corporation Boston Creme Classic Yellow Cake With Creme Filling & Chocolate Icing Cake, Boston Creme Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving 303kcal 2.6Protein 9.2Fat 50Carbs

Family Dollar Stores Inc. Strawberry Applesauce, Strawberry Wholesome Snacks High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 80kcal 0Protein 0Fat 19.5Carbs Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. Beverage Mix Kold Pods Powdered Drinks 195kcal 0Protein 0Fat 54.7Carbs Wells Enterprises, Inc. French Silk Pie Chocolate Frozen Dairy Dessert; Whipped Creme & Fudge Swirls; Dark Chocolate Flakes; Pie Pieces; Dark Chocolate Curls; Chocolaty Fudge Bunnies Load'D Sundaes, French Silk Pie Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 301kcal 2.8Protein 13.6Fat 43.2Carbs The Quaker Oats Company Original Syrup Syrups & Molasses High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 333kcal 0Protein 0Fat 84.8Carbs

Publix Super Markets, Inc. Caramel Mountain Tracks Toffee-Flavored Premium Ice Cream With Ribbons Of Mackinac Caramel, Dotted With Praline Pecans And Milk Caramel Turtles, Caramel Mountain Tracks Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 225kcal 2.9Protein 12.8Fat 25.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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