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Rice Starch
Rice Starch
Low concern
Rice starch is a minimally processed carbohydrate ingredient, FDA GRAS, naturally gluten-free. Concerns relate to potential inorganic arsenic from rice; reputable suppliers test and EU regulation 2023/915 sets maximum levels.
Found in
6,367 products
What it is
Starch isolated from rice kernels (Oryza sativa) by wet milling.
Thickener, binder, dusting agent, fat replacer; gluten-free starch alternative.
Why it's flagged
- potential inorganic arsenic content from rice
What regulators actually say
"Starch (CAS Reg. No. 9005-25-8) is the polysaccharide... obtained from corn, wheat, potatoes, rice, etc... is generally recognized as safe when used in food."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS food starch under 21 CFR 184.1857.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; EU max levels for inorganic arsenic in rice/rice products apply.
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