Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate
Learn what Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate (E1442) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Low concernWhat is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate?
Food additive used as an anti-caking agent, thickening agent, stabilizer, emulsifier, and carrier for other additives. It is a so-called 'modified starch,' meaning starch that has undergone a specific chemical process aimed at improving and adapting its properties to certain requirements, such as: increased stability at very high or very low temperatures, in acidic or alkaline environments, extending or shortening coagulation or gelling time, the ability to gel at cold temperatures, modifying texture, etc. Modified starch has a higher capacity to absorb water, partially substitute fats, form emulsions, and is used in dairy, meat, egg, fat, cereal-based products, confectionery, bakery, pastry products, canned fruits, vegetables, fish, sauces, spices, concentrated soups, creams, puddings, various desserts, alcoholic and non-alcoholic flavored beverages, etc.
Why is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate added to food?
Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate (E1442) is a anti-caking agent commonly found in: Animal products, confectionery, sauces, spices, soups, creams, puddings.
Permitted quantity: No daily intake limit.
Is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate safe?
Low concern
No side effects at the quantities used in foods.
Is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate okay for kids?
It is also used in a quantity of 50g/l in weaning foods for infants and young children.
Common foods that contain Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate
- Animal products
- confectionery
- sauces
- spices
- soups
- creams
- puddings
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How to spot Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E1442
- Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate
Common misspellings to watch for:
- hydroxyprodylated starch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated stareh phosphate
- hydroxypropylated $tarch phosphate
- hydroxypropyldted starch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated stdrch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated starch pho$phate
- hydroxypropylated starch phosphdte
- hydroxypropylated starch dhosphate
- hydroxypropylated starch phosphate
- hydroxydropylated starch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated starch phosdhate
Better alternatives
• May cause allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to starch. • Excessive use may lead to digestive issues, such as bloating or diarrhea. • People with kidney conditions should avoid consuming it in large quantities.
Also known as
- hydroxyprodylated starch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated stareh phosphate
- hydroxypropylated $tarch phosphate
- hydroxypropyldted starch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated stdrch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated starch pho$phate
- hydroxypropylated starch phosphdte
- hydroxypropylated starch dhosphate
- hydroxypropylated starch phosphate
- hydroxydropylated starch phosphate
- hydroxypropylated starch phosdhate
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Frequently asked questions about Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate
- Is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate safe to eat?
- No side effects at the quantities used in foods.
- Is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate banned anywhere?
- Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- Is Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate safe for children?
- It is also used in a quantity of 50g/l in weaning foods for infants and young children.
- How do I spot Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate on a food label?
- Look for E1442, Hydroxypropylated starch phosphate in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: hydroxyprodylated starch phosphate, hydroxypropylated stareh phosphate, hydroxypropylated $tarch phosphate.
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