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E 1451Additional Chemicals

Acetylated oxidised starch

Characteristics

Additive NameAcetylated oxidised starch
E No.E 1451
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A modified starch used as a thickener and stabiliser. It's made by chemically treating starch — typically from corn, wheat, or potato — with acetic anhydride and an oxidising agent to improve its texture and heat stability. You'll find it in low-fat fermented dairy products and processed cereal-based baby foods. Its use is quite limited compared to other modified starches.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 2 food categories:

1.6.2Unflavoured live fermented cream products and substitute products, both with a fat content of less than 20 %
Quantum satis (no max)
13.1.3Processed cereal-based foods and baby foods as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013
Maximum Level = 50000 mg/kg
only processed cereal based foods and baby foods

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E 1451 - Acetylated oxidised starch | E-Number Information