Hydroxypropyl starch

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Hydroxypropyl starch is a modified starch which is authorised as a food additive.

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Food additive (E 1440)

Emulsifier, Modified starch, Stabiliser, Thickener

Chemically modified starch is used among other things in:

Cake fillings

Salad dressings

finished products

Chewing gum

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer