Ingredient

Water And Corn Syrup

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

This mixture is used as a sweetener, to add body, and to help keep …

What it is

Water and corn syrup is a mixture of two common food ingredients. Corn syrup is a liquid sweetener made from corn starch, which is broken down into simpler sugars, primarily glucose. Water is added to create the desired consistency.

Why it's used

This mixture is used as a sweetener, to add body, and to help keep foods moist. It is commonly found in products like canned fruits, candies, cookies, and various sauces.

Health notes

Both water and corn syrup are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Corn syrup is a source of added sugars, which contribute calories. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams per meal. When consumed in excess, added sugars from sources like corn syrup can contribute to health concerns. JECFA has not set an acceptable daily intake for corn syrup, as it is considered a food ingredient rather than a food additive requiring such evaluation.

Allergen info

Neither water nor corn syrup are considered major food allergens.

Products containing Water And Corn Syrup

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SHURFINE Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Canned Fruit 157kcal 0Protein 0Fat 35.7Carbs iS3, Inc. Dark Chocolate Espresso Covered Toffee Candy High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 500kcal 3.6Protein 35.7Fat 46.4Carbs Haggen Inc. Whole Berry Sauce, Cranberry Canned Fruit 157kcal 0Protein 0Fat 35.7Carbs Abbch Ousterhout Ltd. Cookies Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 559kcal 7.4Protein 22.2Fat 81.5Carbs Iga, Inc. Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce Canned Fruit 157kcal 0Protein 0Fat 35.7Carbs Fresh & Ready Foods LLC Turkey Cranberry Multigrain Sandwich, Turkey Cranberry Multigrain Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 50% DV per serving 183kcal 10.4Protein 6.2Fat 20.8Carbs Western Family Foods, Inc. Western Family, Fancy Select, Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce, Cranberry, Cranberry Canned Fruit 143kcal 0Protein 0Fat 37.1Carbs Wakefern Food Corporation Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce, Whole Berry Cranberry Canned Fruit 143kcal 0Protein 0Fat 35.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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