Corn Fiber
Corn fiber is a generally recognized safe ingredient that provides dietary fiber. Soluble corn fiber has been reviewed by the FDA and accepted as a dietary fiber.
What it is
Insoluble and soluble fiber extracted from corn, often as soluble corn fiber (a resistant maltodextrin) or corn bran fiber.
Adds dietary fiber, bulk, and texture to foods; used to boost fiber claims and as a low-calorie bulking agent.
Why it's flagged
- may cause bloating or gas at high doses
What regulators actually say
"FDA intends to propose to add the following non-digestible carbohydrates to the definition of dietary fiber: ...soluble corn fiber..."
"FDA has determined that soluble corn fiber meets the definition of dietary fiber based on beneficial physiological effects."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS; recognized as dietary fiber per FDA 2018 guidance
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as food ingredient
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