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Is Acetylated Starch vegetarian?

Acetylated Starch

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Acetylated Starch is a modified starch produced by esterification of starch with acetic anhydride or vinyl acetate, used as a thickener and stabiliser in food products.

Also known as Modified starch E1420
INCI name Acetylated Starch
E number E1420
INS number 1420
CosIng ID 58538
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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