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E1412: Di-starch phosphates

E1412(i) : prepared with trimetaphosphate
E1412(ii) : prepared with phosphoroxychloride

Origin:
Prepared by treating starch with a phosphorylating agent. This results in better application possibilities.

Function & characteristics:
Thickening agent

Products:
Many food products

Acceptable Daily Intake:
None determined

Side effects:
None known

Dietary restrictions:
None, modified starches can be used by all religious groups, vegans and vegetarians.