E1450 · Starch sodium octenylsuccinate
We haven’t recorded a regulator assessment for Starch sodium octenylsuccinate yet. The information below comes from our ingredient database; a verdict will appear here once EFSA, FDA or WHO positions are added.
What is E1450?
Starch sodium octenylsuccinate (often called OSA starch) is starch (corn, potato, or tapioca) modified with octenylsuccinic anhydride so it can act as an emulsifier, helping oil and water mix. It is widely used to stabilize flavor emulsions, salad dressings, and beverages, and to encapsulate flavors and vitamins as a fine powder. It is well studied and approved for food use.
Also appears on labels as: Starch sodium octenylsuccinate, Sodium starch octenylsuccinate, Octenyl succinic acid starch sodium salt, OSA starch sodium, OSA sodium starch, Modified starch (sodium octenylsuccinate), E1450, E 1450, E-1450, Sodium octenyl succinate starch, Octenyl succinate modified starch (sodium), INS 1450.
What the evidence says
- Generally recognized as safe at typical food levels by EFSA and FDA; modified starches are among the most thoroughly reviewed food additives.
- Large amounts of any modified starch/fiber can occasionally cause mild bloating or digestive discomfort.
Frequently asked questions
Is E1450 safe?
Our overall verdict for E1450 (Starch sodium octenylsuccinate) is “Not yet rated”, based on the most cautious of the major regulators’ positions — no regulator assessment is recorded in our database yet.
Is E1450 vegan, halal or gluten-free?
According to our ingredient data for Starch sodium octenylsuccinate — vegan: yes, vegetarian: yes, halal: yes, kosher: yes, gluten-free: no, dairy-free: yes. Manufacturing sources can vary between products; check the label if it matters to you.
What is E1450 and why is it used?
Starch sodium octenylsuccinate (often called OSA starch) is starch (corn, potato, or tapioca) modified with octenylsuccinic anhydride so it can act as an emulsifier, helping oil and water mix. It is widely used to stabilize flavor emulsions, salad dressings, and beverages, and to encapsulate flavors and vitamins as a fine powder. It is well studied and approved for food use.
Does E1450 contain allergens?
No known allergens are recorded for Starch sodium octenylsuccinate.
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