E1420 STARCH ACETATE
E1420 Starch Acetate, also known as acetylated starch or INS 1420, is a food-grade modified starch developed for controlled viscosity, smooth texture and reliable processing performance across suitable food applications.
WHAT IS E1420 STARCH ACETATE?
Acetylated Modified Starch Structure
E1420 Starch Acetate is an acetylated food starch produced by introducing acetyl groups into the starch structure through controlled esterification.
This modification adjusts starch hydration, pasting and textural behavior while preserving its usefulness as a versatile food-processing ingredient.
INS 1420 Functional Performance
Starch acetate can function as a thickener, stabilizer, binder and emulsifying aid in suitable food systems.
Actual viscosity and processing behavior depend on starch source, acetylation level, concentration, temperature and the surrounding formulation.
KEY BENEFITS OF E1420 STARCH ACETATE
E1420 Starch Acetate provides modified-starch functionality for food manufacturers requiring controlled viscosity, texture and processing performance.
Viscosity Control
Helps develop controlled body and viscosity in suitable food formulations.
Smooth Texture
Supports uniform consistency and smooth mouthfeel in processed foods.
Water Binding
Helps manage moisture distribution and finished-product consistency.
Stabilizing Function
Supports physical stability in suitable multi-component food systems.
Binding Performance
Provides useful binding functionality for selected processed foods.
Application Flexibility
Different starch sources and grades allow formulation-specific selection.
E1420 STARCH ACETATE IN FOOD PROCESSING
E1420 Starch Acetate should be selected according to starch source, desired viscosity, solids concentration and actual food-processing conditions.
Processing and Formulation Considerations
| Processing Factor | Product Selection Consideration |
|---|---|
| Starch Source | Cereal, potato and other starch sources can provide different hydration and viscosity profiles. |
| Starch Dosage | Concentration directly influences viscosity, body and texture. |
| Cooking Temperature | Evaluate pasting behavior under representative production conditions. |
| Mechanical Shear | Confirm performance during mixing, pumping, homogenization and filling. |
| pH | Product suitability should be confirmed in the final formulation. |
| Salt & Sugar | Dissolved solids can influence starch hydration and viscosity. |
| Storage Conditions | Final texture should be evaluated throughout the intended shelf life. |
E1420 STARCH ACETATE TEST SPECIFICATIONS
The values below present the quality-control and purity limits used for Tianjiang E1420 Starch Acetate product evaluation. Grade-specific specifications and actual batch results should be confirmed through the applicable Tianjiang specification, TDS and Certificate of Analysis (COA).
E1420 SENSORY & IDENTIFICATION CRITERIA
E1420 PHYSICOCHEMICAL TEST LIMITS
E1420 IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYTICAL METHODS
Product evaluation includes starch identification, iodine staining, acetyl-group determination, residual vinyl-acetate control and relevant purity testing.
Non-pregelatinized material may be examined for characteristic starch granule morphology and structure.
A starch sample is evaluated for its characteristic color response following iodine treatment.
Acetyl content is quantitatively determined using the applicable analytical procedure.
Residual vinyl acetate is controlled using an appropriate validated analytical method.
Relevant residual substances and elemental impurities are verified against the applicable product specification.
These limits are aligned with recognized E1420 / INS 1420 specification requirements. Tianjiang commercial grade limits and actual batch values should be confirmed using the applicable product specification and corresponding COA.
REQUEST TIANJIANG SPECIFICATIONE1420 STARCH ACETATE FOOD APPLICATIONS
E1420 Starch Acetate can support viscosity, binding, texture and stabilization requirements across suitable food-processing systems.
Sauces & Gravies
Supports controlled viscosity, body and smooth consistency.
Dairy Products
Suitable grades can contribute body and stabilization functionality.
Bakery Fillings
Helps provide binding, moisture management and controlled texture.
Soups
Supports thickening and consistency in suitable processed products.
Frozen & Prepared Foods
Provides grade-specific viscosity and texture functionality.
Processed Foods
Useful as a thickener, stabilizer or binder in selected formulations.
QUALITY SUPPORT FOR E1420 STARCH ACETATE
Tianjiang supports E1420 Starch Acetate supply through established quality, food-safety and production-management systems.
ISO 9001
Quality Management System
ISO 22000
Food Safety Management
FSSC 22000
Food Safety System Certification
Halal
Supporting applicable market requirements
Kosher
Supporting applicable customer requirements
Certification availability and supporting documentation should be confirmed for the selected commercial grade and destination market.
E1420 STARCH ACETATE TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS
Technical and quality documentation supports product evaluation, formulation development, supplier approval and commercial purchasing.
Technical Data Sheet
Review product characteristics, processing behavior and grade-specific technical information.
REQUEST TDS →Certificate of Analysis
Batch-specific analytical information for approved commercial shipments.
REQUEST COA →Product Specification
Review applicable physicochemical and quality-control requirements.
REQUEST SPECIFICATION →Application Support
Discuss viscosity, dosage, texture and processing requirements.
CONTACT TECHNICAL TEAM →E1420 PACKAGING & GLOBAL SUPPLY
E1420 Starch Acetate is supplied in durable packaging designed for reliable storage, pallet handling and international transportation.
E1420 Packaging and Container Loading Details
Pallet configuration and container loading can also be customized according to customer requirements.
E1420 STARCH ACETATE TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS
Technical and quality documentation supports product evaluation, formulation development, supplier approval and commercial purchasing.
Technical Data Sheet
Review product characteristics, processing behavior and grade-specific technical information.
REQUEST TDS →Certificate of Analysis
Batch-specific analytical information for approved commercial shipments.
REQUEST COA →Product Specification
Review applicable physicochemical and quality-control requirements.
REQUEST SPECIFICATION →Application Support
Discuss viscosity, dosage, texture and processing requirements.
CONTACT TECHNICAL TEAM →E1420 STARCH ACETATE FAQ
E1420 is acetylated starch, also known as Starch Acetate or INS 1420. It is a modified food starch used for functional properties such as thickening, stabilization and binding.
The corresponding Codex INS number is INS 1420.
Depending on the grade and food formulation, it can function as a thickener, stabilizer, binder or emulsifying aid.
Potential applications include sauces, soups, dairy products, bakery fillings, prepared foods and other processed foods, subject to formulation and local regulatory requirements.
Yes. Share your application, processing conditions, viscosity target and texture requirements for product-selection support.
Yes. Samples can be requested for formulation evaluation and application testing.
Applicable technical documents and batch-specific analytical records can be supplied according to commercial requirements.
Standard commercial supply is available in 25 kg bags with palletized container-loading options.
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INTERNATIONAL E1420 STARCH ACETATE REFERENCES
Review international specification and regulatory references for E1420 / INS 1420. Final regulatory suitability should always be confirmed according to the destination market and intended food use.
JECFA Starch Acetate — INS 1420
Official JECFA entry for Starch Acetate including the INS number and specification-monograph reference.
VIEW JECFA REFERENCE ↗ EUROPEAN UNION · EUR-LEXEU E1420 Acetylated Starch Specification
Official European specifications covering identification and purity criteria for E 1420 Acetylated Starch.
VIEW EU REFERENCE ↗ FAO / WHO · CODEXCodex Starch Acetate Food Uses
International food-category reference for Starch Acetate and applicable food-use provisions.
VIEW CODEX REFERENCE ↗NEED HELP SELECTING AN E1420 STARCH ACETATE GRADE?
Tell us about your application, formulation, processing temperature, target viscosity, texture and stability requirements. Tianjiang's sales and technical teams can help review a suitable E1420 product grade for your project.