What is E1440? Hydroxypropyl Starch Explained
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E1440 is Hydroxypropyl Starch — a modified starche (plant starch) used in ready meals, soups and sauces.
What is E1440 (Hydroxypropyl Starch)?
E1440 is Hydroxypropyl Starch, a food additive classified as a modified starche that thicken, stabilise and improve texture. A modified starche (plant starch) used in ready meals, soups and sauces. You'll find it in ready meals, soups and sauces, baby food and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E1440 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E1440 found?
E1440 (Hydroxypropyl Starch) is found in ready meals, soups and sauces, baby food, convenience foods, frozen meals.
- ready meals
- soups and sauces
- baby food
- convenience foods
- frozen meals
Is E1440 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E1440 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Hydroxypropyl Starch to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Hydroxypropyl Starch — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E1440. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E1440 FAQs
What is E1440 in food?
E1440 is Hydroxypropyl Starch — a modified starche (plant starch) used in ready meals, soups and sauces.
Is E1440 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E1440 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Hydroxypropyl Starch to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E1440 vegan?
E1440 (Hydroxypropyl Starch) is vegan. It is derived from plant starch, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E1440 halal?
E1440 (Hydroxypropyl Starch) is halal. It is derived from plant starch, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA