Starch phosphate
Learn what Starch phosphate (E1412) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Low concernWhat is Starch phosphate?
A food additive with the role of an agglomeration agent, thickener, stabilizer, emulsifier, and support substance for other additives. It is a so-called ‘modified starch’, meaning it is starch subjected to a certain chemical process to improve and adapt its properties to certain requirements, such as increasing stability at very high or low temperatures, in acidic or alkaline environments, extending or shortening the coagulation or gelling time, ability to coagulate at low temperatures, texture modification, etc. Modified starch has a greater ability to absorb water, partially replace fats, and form emulsions. It is used in dairy, meat, egg, fat, cereal-based products, confectionery, bakery, patisserie, fruit and vegetable preserves, sauces, condiments, concentrated soups, creams, puddings, various desserts, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic flavored beverages.
Why is Starch phosphate added to food?
Starch phosphate (E1412) is a anti-caking agent commonly found in: Confectionery products, bakery, condiments, soups, preserves, puddings, concentrates, alcoholic beverages.
Permitted quantity: There is no limit on the daily intake.
Is Starch phosphate safe?
Low concern
It does not produce any side effects when used in the amounts allowed in food.
Is Starch phosphate banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Is Starch phosphate okay for kids?
It is also used in a quantity of 50g/l in weaning foods intended for infants and young children.
Common foods that contain Starch phosphate
- Confectionery products
- bakery
- condiments
- soups
- preserves
- puddings
- concentrates
- alcoholic beverages
How to spot Starch phosphate on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E1412
- Starch phosphate
Common misspellings to watch for:
- stdrch phosphate
- starch phosphdte
- $tarch phosphate
- stareh phosphate
- starch phosphate
- starch phosdhate
- starch pho$phate
- starch dhosphate
Better alternatives
• May cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to starch. • Excessive consumption may cause digestive discomfort, such as bloating, indigestion, or abdominal cramps. • People with kidney or liver conditions should be cautious about consuming this ingredient.
Also known as
- stdrch phosphate
- starch phosphdte
- $tarch phosphate
- stareh phosphate
- starch phosphate
- starch phosdhate
- starch pho$phate
- starch dhosphate
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Frequently asked questions about Starch phosphate
- Is Starch phosphate safe to eat?
- It does not produce any side effects when used in the amounts allowed in food.
- Is Starch phosphate banned anywhere?
- Starch phosphate is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- Is Starch phosphate safe for children?
- It is also used in a quantity of 50g/l in weaning foods intended for infants and young children.
- How do I spot Starch phosphate on a food label?
- Look for E1412, Starch phosphate in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: stdrch phosphate, starch phosphdte, $tarch phosphate.
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