E1420
E1420: Acetylated starch
Low concernFunction: thickener
What is E1420?
E1420 (Acetylated starch) is a thickener used in processed foods.
What the research says
Starch that has been chemically modified to survive heating, freezing or acidity. Considered safe, but it is a typical ingredient of ultra-processed foods.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E1420 (Acetylated starch) safe?
Starch that has been chemically modified to survive heating, freezing or acidity. Considered safe, but it is a typical ingredient of ultra-processed foods.
Why is E1420 added to food?
It is used as a thickener.
Does E1420 make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E1420 mark a food as ultra-processed.