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Cornstarch

Amylose and amylopectin from Zea maysstabilizer

FDA Status

GRAS (FDA Reviewed)

Starch extracted from corn kernels, used as a thickener, anti-caking agent, and binder. One of the most common food thickening agents, it forms an opaque gel when heated with liquid.

Concerns

CAERS Adverse Events

No adverse event reports found.

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International Status

European Union
approved
Canada
approved

Commonly Found In

saucesgraviessoupspuddingsbaked goods

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