E1451: Acetylated Oxidised Starch
Main role: binding and texture control
Also listed as: acetylated oxidized starch
What is E1451 (Acetylated Oxidised Starch)?
E1451 combines controlled oxidation and acetylation of starch. The resulting specification provides processing behavior different from oxidised starch E1404 or acetylated starch E1420 alone.
What does it do in food?
Its main role is binding and texture control. Starch modification changes recipe performance, such as thickening, binding, emulsification, or stability. The E number identifies the specified treatment. It does not by itself identify the crop source or certify a product for an allergen-free diet.
Food and formulation examples
- Ingredient coatings
- Bakery preparations
- Texture-control blends
These examples describe formulation roles, not a list of unrestricted legal uses. Availability and permitted applications differ by country and food category.
Label names and ingredient questions
Look for E1451, E 1451, or the ingredient name. Related names and label terms include acetylated oxidized starch. A family code can cover more than one specified form; check the full declaration when the distinction matters.
Two modification names indicate a combined treatment, not two separately declared additives. The E1451 specification is the relevant identity reference.
Is E1451 safe?
EFSA’s 2017 assessment covered these specified starches; infant applications require separate consideration. EFSA modified starches re-evaluation (2017).
A label identifies the ingredient but usually not its concentration. Calculating daily intake requires the amount in the food and the quantities eaten.
Authorization and conditions of use
The Great Britain food additive register lists E1451 as Acetylated oxidised starch. This is an entry subject to its stated conditions, not unrestricted permission for every food. The record links to the applicable authorization terms. For an EU product, use the European Commission food additive database to check the relevant food category and limits. Other countries may use different names or rules.