E1410 Monostarch phosphate

E1410Thickeners & gumsOrigin: Plant

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Every diet

VeganYes

Gluten-freeDepends

Corn, potato and tapioca starches are gluten-free. Wheat-based starch is not, so check the source.

HalalYes

KosherYes

KetoDepends

Starch is a carbohydrate. The amount in a food is small, but it still counts toward carbs.

Low-FODMAPYes

The short answer

Monostarch phosphate (E1410) is a lightly modified starch that thickens sauces and soups and helps emulsions hold together. It is vegan, and gluten-free when made from corn, potato or tapioca.

86/100

Generally safe

Fine for most people at normal amounts.

E-numberE1410

Comes fromPlant

What it doesThickeners & gums

Glycemic index—

Daily limitNot set

Also calledE1410, Phosphated starch

Rules by country

🇺🇸 US FDAApproved

🇪🇺 European UnionApproved

🇨🇦 Health CanadaApproved

CaliforniaNo extra rules

Permitted in the US, EU and Canada as a modified food starch. The starch group is reviewed by JECFA and national agencies.

Daily limit: Experts haven’t set a number because normal food amounts are far below any level of concern.

What is it?

Monostarch phosphate has a few phosphate groups attached to its starch chains. The change lets the starch thicken and bind water while staying smooth, and it works well in sauces, soups and dressings.

Where it comes from: Made by heating starch with phosphate salts so a few phosphate groups attach to the starch chains. The result is used as a thickener and emulsifier in processed foods.

Why it’s in food

Thickens sauces and soups
Helps emulsions stay mixed
Holds water in processed foods

Often found in

SaucesSoupsDressingsPuddings

Also listed as: E1410, Phosphated starch, Starch monophosphate

Health & gut impact

Phosphorus contentUnder study

This starch adds a small amount of phosphorus, which people with kidney disease track.

JECFA evaluation of modified starches

What can I use instead?

Hydroxypropyl starch (E1440)

Ratio: The same amount for a clearer, smoother paste

Best for: Glazes and puddings

Corn starch

Ratio: A similar amount in home cooking, though less stable in freezing

Best for: Home sauces

More thickeners & gums:

Acetylated distarch adipate E1422Acetylated distarch adipate (E1422) is a modified starch used in frozen foods and sauces. It is allowed. The US name on the label is usually just modified food starch, and it still counts as carbohydrate.Generally safe Acetylated starch E1420Acetylated starch (E1420) is a modified starch that thickens sauces and stays stable through freezing and acidic foods. It is vegan, and gluten-free if the source is corn, potato or tapioca.Generally safe Agar-Agar E406Agar-agar (E406) is a seaweed gel that sets firmer than gelatin. It's safe, vegan, gluten-free, keto and kosher, and is the easiest plant swap for gelatin.Generally safe Arrowroot (Arrowroot starch)Arrowroot is a tasteless starch from a tropical rhizome. It is vegan and gluten-free, it makes a clear gel, and it is not keto.Use in moderation

Common questions

Is monostarch phosphate gluten-free?

Corn, potato and tapioca versions are. Wheat starch is not, so check the source on the label.

Why is it on labels?

It is a thickener that improves texture and stability in processed food, so makers list it by name.

Is Monostarch phosphate safe?

Generally safe (86/100). Permitted in the US, EU and Canada as a modified food starch. The starch group is reviewed by JECFA and national agencies.

Is Monostarch phosphate gluten-free?

Depends. Corn, potato and tapioca starches are gluten-free. Wheat-based starch is not, so check the source.

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Scientific sources & regulatory citations

EFSA OpenFoodTox: E1410
JECFA evaluation of modified starches

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