Ingredient

Vegetable Based Thickener

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers add vegetable based thickeners to improve the texture and consistency of foods, preventing …

What it is

Vegetable based thickeners are ingredients derived from plants that are used to increase the viscosity of food. They are typically made by processing plant parts like seeds, roots, or fruits to extract starches or gums. These extracted substances are then dried and powdered for use in food manufacturing.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add vegetable based thickeners to improve the texture and consistency of foods, preventing ingredients from separating. They are commonly found in sauces, gravies, dairy products like yogurt and ice cream, baked goods, and desserts to create a smoother, richer mouthfeel.

Health notes

Vegetable based thickeners are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated many of these substances. At typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. Some individuals may experience digestive discomfort if large amounts are consumed.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Some vegetable based thickeners are derived from sources like corn or wheat, which can be allergens for some individuals, but the purified thickener itself is generally not considered allergenic.

Products containing Vegetable Based Thickener

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Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Bourbon Pecan Pie Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 500kcal 4.7Protein 29.7Fat 53.1Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Smooth Milk Chocolate With A Creamy, Cinnamon Rice Milk Center Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 516kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 54.7Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Dark Chocolate With A Devil's Food Cake Center, Cupcake, Cupcake Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 500kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 50Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Classic Chocolate Confections Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 46% DV per serving 516kcal 4.7Protein 31.2Fat 50Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Chocolate, Caramel Apple, Caramel Apple Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 500kcal 4.7Protein 28.1Fat 56.2Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Dark Chocolate Shell With A Sweet Sugar Frosting Filling, Whoopie Pie, Whoopie Pie Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 500kcal 4.7Protein 29.7Fat 50Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Devil's Food Donut Rich Dark Chocolate With A Sinfully Sweet Cake Filling Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 500kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 50Carbs Astor Chocolate Corp. Delicious Milk Chocolate Blended With Crunchy Hazelnuts Chocolate High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 326kcal 7.0Protein 37.2Fat 48.8Carbs Kings Super Markets Inc Milk Belgian Chocolate, Caramel & Sea Salt Chocolate High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 509kcal 5.3Protein 28.1Fat 54.4Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Caramel Dark Chocolate Bar Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 509kcal 5.3Protein 29.8Fat 50.9Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Rich Dark Chocolate With A Sinfully Sweet Cake Filling Chocolate High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 500kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 50Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Milk Chocolate With Cinnamon & Vanilla Glaze Filling, Cinnamon Churro Candy High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 516kcal 6.2Protein 29.7Fat 54.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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