Ingredient

Refiner's Syrup

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use refiner's syrup as a sweetener and to add flavor and moisture to …

What it is

Refiner's syrup is a thick, sweet liquid that is a byproduct of the sugar refining process, particularly from cane sugar. It contains sucrose, glucose, and fructose, along with some minerals and other compounds from the sugar cane.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use refiner's syrup as a sweetener and to add flavor and moisture to foods. It is often found in baked goods like biscuits and cookies, as well as in processed cereal products and ready-to-eat cereals.

Health notes

Refiner's syrup is considered a food ingredient, not an additive, and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a source of added sugars, its consumption should be limited. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no specific amount of added sugars and suggest consuming at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Refiner's Syrup

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GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Nat Vly Oat Clusters Cereal Choc Cereals Products - Ready to Eat (Shelf Stable) 407kcal 13.6Protein 8.5Fat 72.9Carbs Gmills Cheerios Sweetened Whl Grn Oat Cereal Pumpkin Spice GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Gmills Cheerios Sweetened Whl Grn Oat Cereal Pumpkin Spice Cereals Products - Ready to Eat (Shelf Stable) 393kcal 7.1Protein 7.1Fat 78.6Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Gmills Count Chocula Treats Bars Choc Marshmallow Cereal/Muesli Bars 417kcal 4.2Protein 12.5Fat 75Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Gmills Cheerios Cereal Rte Pumpkin Spice Cereals Products - Ready to Eat (Shelf Stable) 393kcal 7.1Protein 7.1Fat 78.6Carbs PLENTI High Protein Cereal Cereal 413kcal 25.4Protein 11.1Fat 55.6Carbs Classic Vanilla Sweetened Corn And Wheat Cereal, Classic Vanilla DRUMSTICK Classic Vanilla Sweetened Corn And Wheat Cereal, Classic Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 405kcal 5.4Protein 4.0Fat 83.8Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios and Ancient Grains Cereal Processed Cereal Products 393kcal 10.7Protein 7.1Fat 78.6Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Cheerios Protein Cinnamon Almond Cereal Processed Cereal Products 400kcal 12.7Protein 8.2Fat 72.7Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Gmills Apple Cinn Cheerios Sweetened Whl Grn Oat Cereal Family Sz Processed Cereal Products 393kcal 7.1Protein 5.4Fat 78.6Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Fiber One Salted Caramel Cheesecake Bar Sweet Bakery Products 395kcal 7.9Protein 15.8Fat 63.2Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Fiber One Key Lime Cheesecake Bar Sweet Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 395kcal 7.9Protein 18.4Fat 60.5Carbs GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. F1 Chsck Bar Choc Sweet Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 395kcal 7.9Protein 18.4Fat 57.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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