Ingredient

St

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Starch is used in food manufacturing primarily as a thickener and stabilizer. It helps …

What it is

Starch is a carbohydrate found in plants, serving as their primary energy store. It is commonly extracted from sources like corn, potatoes, wheat, and tapioca. The extraction process typically involves washing, grinding, and separating the starch granules from other plant components.

Why it's used

Starch is used in food manufacturing primarily as a thickener and stabilizer. It helps improve the texture and consistency of products like sauces, gravies, soups, and desserts. It can also be used as a binder in processed meats and as a bulking agent in baked goods.

Health notes

Starch is a common food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of energy in the diet. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated starch and its derivatives. At typical dietary levels, starch is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Starch itself is not one of the 9 major allergens. However, if derived from wheat or corn, it may be a concern for individuals with specific sensitivities or allergies to those grains, though processing often removes allergenic proteins.

Products containing St

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Big Daddy's Firepit, LLC The Orange Show Fireblossom Special BBQ Sauce, The Orange Show Fireblossom Special Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 89kcal 0Protein 0Fat 21.4Carbs Eddy Packing Co., Inc. Hard Smoked St. Louis Style Pork Ribs With BBQ Sauce Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 41% DV per serving 306kcal 13.9Protein 20.6Fat 16.1Carbs Eddy Packing Co., Inc. Seasoned St. Louis Ribs With BBQ Sauce Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 41% DV per serving 306kcal 13.9Protein 20.6Fat 16.1Carbs Toby's Family Foods, LLC Genesis, Organic Herbal Fruit Tonic Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 50kcal 0.4Protein 0Fat 12.5Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Hickory Smoked St Louis Style Pork Ribs In BBQ Sauce, Hickory Smoked Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 193kcal 12.1Protein 11.4Fat 9.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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