Representative portion of the chemical structure showing sugar (black), acetyl (red), and adipate (blue) groups | |
Identifiers | |
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CAS Number | |
ECHA InfoCard | 100.118.689 |
E number | E1422 (additional chemicals) |
CompTox Dashboard (EPA) | |
Properties | |
Chemical formula | Variable |
Molar mass | Variable |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C , 100 kPa). N verify (what is ?) Infobox references |
Acetylated distarch adipate (E1422) is a food additive of the thickening agent type, and more specifically a bulking agent. It is also used as a stabilizer. This is an additive belonging to the family of modified starches.
This is a starch that is treated with acetic anhydride and adipic acid anhydride to resist high temperatures.
No acceptable daily intake for human consumption has been determined.
See also
- Dextrin (E1400)
- Modified starch