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Is Amylopectin Corn vegan?

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Waxy Maize is also known as Amylopectin Corn.

Waxy maize is a variety of corn (Zea mays) characterized by its starch being composed almost entirely of amylopectin rather than amylose. It is used as a food ingredient, thickener, and source of waxy maize starch in food and cosmetic applications.

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