Acetylated Oxidized Starch (E1451): Properties, Uses, and Regulations
Starch is a complex carbohydrate composed of numerous glucose units linked together through alpha 1-4 glucosidic bonds. It exists in two primary forms: linear, known as amylose, and branched, referred to as amylopectin, which is formed by alpha 1-6 glucosidic bonds. Within starch, each glucose unit possesses three hydroxyl groups that can be subjected to chemical modifications.
What is Acetylated Oxidized Starch (E1451)?
Acetylated oxidized starch, on the other hand, is a modified starch. This substance is derived through a process that involves treating food starch with sodium hypochlorite, followed by esterification using acetic anhydride, all in accordance with good manufacturing practice (GMP).
The oxidation phase involves a deliberate introduction of carboxyl groups, while acetylation leads to the replacement of hydroxyl groups with acetyl esters.
Furthermore, Acetylated oxidized starch may undergo additional treatment, such as exposure to acids, alkalis, enzymes, or bleaching, in compliance with good manufacturing practice.
Key Information
This compound is identified by its INS No. 1451 and is associated with the CAS number 68187-08-6.
Acetylated oxidized starch typically appears as a white or nearly white powder or granules, or, if pregelatinized, as flakes, or an amorphous powder with coarse particles.
In terms of functionality, Acetylated oxidized starch serves as a thickener, stabilizer, binder, and emulsifier in various food applications.
Use of Acetylated Oxidized Starch (E1451)
General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA) Provisions
The Codex General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA) lays down the rules for the use of Acetylated oxidized starch in food, regardless of whether they have been standardized by Codex in the past.
Please note that, unless otherwise specified, the regulations concerning food additives apply not only to the main food category (e.g., Dairy) but also to all the subcategories within that category (e.g., Cheese, Ripened Cheese, etc.).
According to the Codex General Standard for Food Additives (GSFA), the usage of acetylated oxidized starch is restricted to complementary foods for infants and young children.
Complementary foods for infants and young children:
Complementary foods for infants and young children are those intended for infants aged 6 months and older, facilitating their gradual transition to regular food. These products can be either ready-to-eat or in powder form, which can be reconstituted with water, milk, or a suitable liquid. It's important to note that these foods do not encompass infant formulae, follow-up formulae, or formulae designed for special medical purposes.
Examples of such complementary foods include cereals, fruit, vegetable, and meat-based "baby foods" for infants, as well as "toddler foods" and "junior foods." This category also includes lactea flour, biscuits, and rusks intended for children.
Maximum Allowed Level: 60,000 mg/kg
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GSFA Table 3 Provisions
Acetylated oxidized starch is a food additive categorized within the GSFA General Conditions of Table 3, and thus can be utilized in various foods under the conditions of good manufacturing practices (GMP), as detailed in the Codex GSFA Preamble.
It's important to note that even though not explicitly mentioned below, Acetylated oxidized starch can also find applications in heat-treated buttermilk (under the category of Fluid milk, plain) and spices (within Herbs and spices). This allowance, however, does not apply to food categories listed in the Annex to Table 3.
You can safely incorporate Acetylated oxidized starch in foods that adhere to the following commodity standard: CS 249-2006.
Acetylated oxidized starch functions as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickener. Any emulsifier listed in Table 3 is suitable for use in all products that comply with CS 117-1981 and CS 309R-2011. Similarly, any stabilizer or thickener listed in Table 3 is appropriate for use in all products conforming to CS 117-1981.
Acetylated Oxidized Starch (E1451) can be applied in a wide range of food categories, including but not limited to:
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