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Is Starch Acetate vegetarian?

Starch Acetate

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A modified starch esterified with vinyl acetate, used as a thickener and stabiliser. Derived from plant sources.

Also known as Starch acetate
E number E1421
INS number 1421
Last reviewed 11 July 2026

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