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Is Corn Syrup vegetarian?

Corn Syrup

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A sweet syrup consisting mainly of glucose, produced by the enzymatic hydrolysis of corn starch derived from maize (Zea mays). It is used as a sweetener, humectant, and texturiser in food and some cosmetic applications.

Also known as Corn glucose syrup, Glucose syrup, High-fructose corn syrup, Maize syrup
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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