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Limed Corn Flour

Also known as: masa flour, nixtamalized corn flour, masa harina

Safe

Nixtamalization is a traditional process that increases bioavailable calcium and niacin compared to untreated corn. The resulting flour is a recognized conventional food.

What it is

Corn flour made from kernels nixtamalized in an alkaline solution of calcium hydroxide (lime), then dried and ground.

Forms the base for tortillas, tamales, and other masa-based foods; provides characteristic flavor and pliable dough.

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Conventional food

European Union — EFSA

Authorised conventional food

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