Maltodextrin
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Partially hydrolyzed starch powder used universally as a spray-drying carrier for spices, flavors, and sports drink fuel.
Official Category: Emulsifier & Stabilizer (유화제·증점안정제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Enzyme-converted starch polysaccharide
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS spray-drying carrier and bulking agent
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Approved universal food carrier
Commonly Found Foods
Instant coffee mixesseasoning dustssports drinkssoup powders
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Acacia fiber✓ Rice maltodextrin
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