Ingredient

Modified Food Starch-corn

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use modified food starch as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier. It helps improve …

What it is

Modified food starch is derived from corn, wheat, potato, or tapioca. It is altered physically or chemically to improve its performance in food products, such as thickening or stabilizing. This process changes the starch's properties without significantly altering its nutritional value.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use modified food starch as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier. It helps improve the texture and consistency of foods like sauces, gravies, dairy products, and baked goods. It can also prevent ingredients from separating and improve freeze-thaw stability.

Health notes

Modified food starch is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated modified starches, and they are permitted for use in foods. At typical consumption levels, modified food starch does not pose health risks. There are no widespread controversies regarding its safety.

Allergen info

Modified food starch is not a major allergen. If derived from wheat, it may contain gluten, but the processing typically removes most or all gluten proteins. Check product labels for specific allergen information if needed.

Products containing Modified Food Starch-corn

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Dean Foods Company Premium Ice Cream , Classic Chocolate Cupcake Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 221kcal 2.9Protein 8.8Fat 33.8Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Nonfat Frozen Yogurt, Black Cherry Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 132kcal 2.9Protein 0Fat 30.9Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Nonfat Frozen Yogurt, Triple Chocolate Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 162kcal 2.9Protein 1.5Fat 35.3Carbs Mayfield Dairy Farms, Inc. Select Ice Cream, Chocolate Cupcake Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 231kcal 3.1Protein 9.2Fat 33.9Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Nonfat Frozen Yogurt, Blueberry Swirl Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt 147kcal 2.9Protein 0Fat 32.4Carbs Smith's Food & Drug Centers Inc. 5"" White Grad Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 365kcal 2.4Protein 14.1Fat 60Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Praline Pecan Muffins, Praline Pecan Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 409kcal 6.1Protein 22.7Fat 48.5Carbs 1% Lowfat Cultured Buttermilk Nash Finch Company 1% Lowfat Cultured Buttermilk Milk 50kcal 3.8Protein 1.0Fat 6.2Carbs Mustard Potato Salad, Mustard Potato Schnuck Markets, Inc. Mustard Potato Salad, Mustard Potato Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 157kcal 2.1Protein 9.3Fat 21.4Carbs Belfonte Ice Cream Strawberry Ice Cream, Strawberry Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 202kcal 2.2Protein 9.0Fat —Carbs Publix Super Markets, Inc. Strawberry Shortcake Flavored Indulgent Yogurt, Strawberry Shortcake Yogurt High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 170kcal 3.7Protein 5.9Fat 25.2Carbs Lunds Inc 1/8 Or 6 Inch Marble Cake White Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 362kcal 2.5Protein —Fat 52.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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