Hydroxypropyl Distarch Phosphate E1442
modified_starch β Primarily modified_natural.
Hydroxypropyl distarch phosphate
CAS: 53124-00-8
Factual Regulatory Reference
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? Did You Know?
Beyond food, Hydroxypropyl Distarch Phosphate is also used in medicine, industrial applications. Its versatility makes it one of the most multi-purpose chemical compounds in everyday life.
Although classified as natural in origin, commercial Hydroxypropyl Distarch Phosphate is typically manufactured rather than extracted directly from food sources.
In the EU, Hydroxypropyl Distarch Phosphate 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)
None
United States (FDA)
Generally recognized as safe
Japan (MHLW)
Compliant with Japanese food sanitation law.
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
Starch is treated with propylene oxide for hydroxypropylation and phosphorus oxychloride for cross-linking.
Applications Beyond Food
Tablet excipient
Paper coating