Ingredient

Malto Dextrin

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add maltodextrin as a thickener, stabilizer, or bulking agent. It can also be …

What it is

Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide, a type of carbohydrate, made from corn, rice, potato starch, or wheat. It is produced by breaking down starch through hydrolysis, a process that uses water and enzymes or acids.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add maltodextrin as a thickener, stabilizer, or bulking agent. It can also be used to improve texture and mouthfeel in processed foods. You can find it in items like seasoning mixes, marinades, cheese spreads, and snacks.

Health notes

Maltodextrin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a carbohydrate that can raise blood sugar levels, though typically less dramatically than pure sugar. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated maltodextrin. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Maltodextrin is not one of the nine major allergens. If derived from wheat, it is highly purified, and gluten is generally not present.

Products containing Malto Dextrin

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V. THAI FOOD PRODUCT CO., LTD. Nang Fah (Tue Kung), Instant Duck Flavor Paste Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 307kcal 6.7Protein 13.3Fat 46.7Carbs COMFORT COLLECTION Merlot Cheddar Flavored Cheese Spread, Merlot Cheddar Cheese 214kcal 10.7Protein 14.3Fat 10.7Carbs Old Fashioned Foods, Inc. Old Fashioned Cheese, Pasteurized Cheese Snack, Nacho Cheddar Melt, Nacho Cheddar Melt Cheese High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 267kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 13.3Carbs Sobisk Foods LLC Sobisk, Teddy Bear Cookies, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits 500kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 64.3Carbs Mapco Express Crav'Em Snacks, Tortilla Chips, Nacho Flavored, Nacho Flavored Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 6.7Protein 30Fat 61.7Carbs John F Martin & Sons Inc John F. Martin & Sons, Cream Cheese Spread, Garlic & Herb, Garlic & Herb Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 321kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 3.6Carbs Ne-Mo's Bakery, Inc. Bundt, Coconut Pineapple Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 363kcal 2.6Protein 15.9Fat 53.1Carbs

Goya Foods, Inc. Powdered Bouillon, Chicken Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 100Carbs Goya Foods, Inc. Powdered Chicken, Bouillon Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 100Carbs Save Mart Supermarkets Inc. Instant Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 357kcal 7.1Protein 3.6Fat 75Carbs Bon Appetit Danish Co. Cheese Muffin, Strawberry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 385kcal 5.8Protein 21.1Fat 44.2Carbs Kitchen Cooked Inc. Flavored Pork Rinds, Bar-B-Q Other Snacks 571kcal 50Protein 42.9Fat 0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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