Ingredient

Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use modified food starch to thicken, stabilize, and improve the texture of many …

What is Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch?

Modified food starch is a carbohydrate derived from corn, tapioca, potato, or wheat. It is altered through physical or chemical processes to improve its performance as a food ingredient, such as its ability to thicken or stabilize foods.

Is Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch vegan?

Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch gluten-free?

Modified food starch can be derived from wheat, which contains gluten.

What is Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch used for?

Manufacturers use modified food starch to thicken, stabilize, and improve the texture of many processed foods.

Is Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch safe?

Modified food starch is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use modified food starch to thicken, stabilize, and improve the texture of many processed foods. It is commonly found in sauces, gravies, soups, dairy products, baked goods, and processed meats, helping to create a desirable consistency and mouthfeel.

Health notes

Modified food starch is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a type of carbohydrate that provides energy. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various modified starches. While generally considered safe, excessive intake of any processed carbohydrate may contribute to overall calorie intake.

Allergen info

Modified food starch can be derived from wheat, which contains gluten. If derived from wheat, it would not be considered gluten-free. It is not one of the other major allergens.

Foods that contain Soybean Oil Modified Food Starch

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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