Corn fiber
What is Corn fiber?
Corn fibre is a type of dietary fibre derived from corn. It is typically produced by processing the corn kernel to isolate the fibre components. The resulting product is a white to off-white powder.
Is Corn fiber vegan?
Corn fiber is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Corn fiber a major allergen?
Corn is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Corn fiber used for?
Manufacturers add corn fibre to foods to increase their fibre content, acting as a dietary fibre source.
Is Corn fiber safe?
Corn fibre is not typically classified as a food additive in the UK and is therefore not listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add corn fibre to foods to increase their fibre content, acting as a dietary fibre source. It can also contribute to texture and mouthfeel in various products. It is commonly found in breakfast cereals, extruded snacks, and some baked goods.
Health notes
Corn fibre is not typically classified as a food additive in the UK and is therefore not listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is recognised as a source of dietary fibre. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated dietary fibres generally, noting their role in gut health. Evidence suggests that increased dietary fibre intake can contribute to a healthy digestive system. Some studies indicate potential benefits for blood sugar management, though more research is ongoing.
Allergen info
Corn is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Therefore, corn fibre is not considered a major allergen.
Foods that contain Corn fiber
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