 Representative portion of the chemical structure showing sugar (black), acetyl (red), and adipate (blue) groups
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| Identifiers | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.118.689 |
| E number | E1422 (additional chemicals) |
CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
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| Properties | |
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| Molar mass | Variable |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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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.[1]