Sugar And Non-gmo Cornstarch

This ingredient is a blend of sugar and cornstarch. Sugar is a sweet carbohydrate, typically derived from sugarcane or sugar beets. Cornstarch is a fine powder made from corn kernels, and 'non-GMO' indicates it comes from corn that has not been genetically modified.

Manufacturers use this blend primarily for sweetness from the sugar and as an anti-caking agent from the cornstarch, which helps prevent clumping. It is commonly found in baked goods like cookies, cakes, and pastries, often as a dusting or to achieve specific textures.

Both sugar and cornstarch are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Sugar provides calories, and the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams per meal. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. JECFA has evaluated sugars and starches. Cornstarch is a carbohydrate and is not associated with specific health concerns at typical intake levels.