Dextrins, roasted starch E1400
modified starch β Primarily natural/processed.
Dextrins
CAS: 9004-53-9
Factual Regulatory Reference
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Beyond food, Dextrins, roasted starch is also used in cosmetics, medicine, industrial applications, household products. Its versatility makes it one of the most multi-purpose chemical compounds in everyday life.
Although classified as natural in origin, commercial Dextrins, roasted starch is typically manufactured rather than extracted directly from food sources.
In the EU, Dextrins, roasted starch has a "quantum satis" authorization β Latin for "as much as needed." This means there's no specific maximum limit; manufacturers use only what's technologically necessary.
Detailed Regulatory Assessment
European Union (EFSA)
No restrictions on use levels
Official EFSA LinkUnited States (FDA)
GRAS for use in food with no specific limitations
Japan (MHLW)
Widely used in Japanese food products
Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
International Standard (JECFA)
mg/kg body weight per day
European Standard (EFSA)
Everyday Perspective
For a 60kg adult, this limit is roughly equivalent to consuming:
Natural Occurrence
This additive is not known to occur naturally in significant quantities.
Manufacturing
Produced by heating dry starch (corn, potato, tapioca, wheat) at 150-200Β°C, optionally with acid catalysts. The process breaks down starch molecules into smaller dextrins.
Applications Beyond Food
Binder in face powders and makeup
Binder and filler in tablets
Adhesives, textile sizing, paper coating
Envelope and stamp adhesive