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Dextrin

Level 2Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary

Dextrin is a stabilizer — Foam stabilizer for beer; diluting agent

Also: British Gum, Starch Gum

What it does

Foam stabilizer for beer; diluting agent

Where you'll see it

Beer, dry extracts, pills, emulsions

What the research says

May cause an allergic reaction.

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • Notes: Also ASP

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): May cause an allergic reaction