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E1442Modified starchLow concern
Hydroxypropyl Distarch Phosphate
In plain words
The short version
A doubly modified starch — hydroxypropylated and phosphate-crosslinked — used as a high-stability thickener.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
No ADI specified. Considered safe — largely passes through the digestive tract as resistant starch. Propylene oxide residuals are tightly controlled to negligible levels.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.