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Dextrin

Also known as: E1400

Low concern

Dextrin is a starch derivative considered safe at typical food use levels. In the EU, white/yellow dextrin and roasted starch are not classified as food additives under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 (treated as ingredients).

Found in
7,471 products
E-number
E1400
Type
carrier, emulsifier, stabiliser, thickener

What it is

Dextrin: a carbohydrate produced by partial hydrolysis or roasting of starch; mixture of small glucose polymers.

Thickener, binder, glazing agent, carrier for flavors.

What regulators actually say

"Dextrin is included in the FDA's Substances Added to Food inventory (formerly EAFUS)."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Listed in FDA Substances Added to Food inventory; permitted as a food ingredient.

European Union — EFSA

Not classified as a food additive in the EU (treated as an ingredient).

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