Zea Mays Kernel Meal
Corn kernel meal is a whole-food ingredient providing carbohydrate, protein, dietary fiber, and minerals such as iron, zinc, copper, manganese, magnesium and phosphorus. Corn-derived ingredients (e.g., corn gluten meal, 21 CFR 184.1321) are GRAS.
What it is
Ground meal made from corn (maize, Zea mays) kernels, sometimes used in foods or skin-care exfoliants.
Source of carbohydrate, protein, dietary fiber and minerals; used as a flour or thickener in baked goods, tortillas and cereals.
Why it's flagged
- potential allergen cross-contact
- mycotoxin contamination risk if poorly stored
What regulators actually say
"The ingredient is used in food with no limitation other than current good manufacturing practice."
"Corn is an important mineral source particularly of Fe, Zn, Cu, Mn, Mg and P, which will have significant effect on human health and nutrition when consumed as whole corn products."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Corn-derived ingredients including corn gluten meal affirmed GRAS under 21 CFR 184.1321
European Union — EFSA
Permitted food ingredient (whole food)
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