Extract Of Corn Malt
Corn malt extract is similar to barley malt extract — primarily a source of fermentable sugars (mostly maltose). It carries the same dietary considerations as added sugars/syrups.
What it is
Aqueous extract of malted corn (Zea mays) grain; contains sugars (maltose) and amino acids from enzymatic activity.
Sweetener and flavoring; fermentation substrate; used in baking, brewing, and processed foods.
Why it's flagged
- added sugar
What regulators actually say
"Sugars from syrups and honey, and sugars from concentrated fruit or vegetable juices that are in excess of what would be expected from the same volume of 100% fruit or vegetable juice of the same type are considered Added Sugars."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Malt and malt extracts are GRAS by common use as food ingredients.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food ingredient.
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