All additives
E1403·thickener
Bleached starch
Safe
Safety Assessment
| Body | Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JECFA | Not specified — no concern at typical intakes · JECFA 1981 | 1981 |
| EFSA | — | — |
ADI = the amount of a substance a person can consume every day over a lifetime without appreciable health risk. Expressed as mg per kg body weight per day. Source: WHO/FAO JECFA Combined Compendium; EFSA OpenFoodTox 3.0.
Scientific Notes
Starch whitened by mild oxidation (e.g. hydrogen peroxide or sodium hypochlorite treatment); improves appearance and paste clarity. Used in food products and industrial applications.