INS 1414
Thickener - Produced by the esterification of native starch with sodium trimetaphosphate or phosphorus oxychloride, and stabilised with a 'monosubstituent group' of acetateAcetylated Distarch Phosphate
Halal
Is INS 1414 (Acetylated Distarch Phosphate) halal?
Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What to do
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
Where is INS 1414 used?
INS (International Numbering System) codes are maintained by the Codex Alimentarius Commission and used on food labels in many countries outside the EU. You will commonly see INS 1414 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E1414. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E1414
INS 1414 and E1414 refer to the same food additive — Acetylated Distarch Phosphate. If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E1414 on the label instead.
See full E1414 halal guide →About INS 1414
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Sources / Derived From
- plant starch + phosphate (may be animal bones in Europe) + acetic anhydride
Foods that commonly contain INS 1414
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 1414 (Acetylated Distarch Phosphate) halal?
INS 1414 (Acetylated Distarch Phosphate) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 1414 used for?
INS 1414 is used as a thickener - stable modified starch for frozen and canned products in food products.
What is the difference between INS 1414 and E1414?
INS 1414 and E1414 are the same additive — Acetylated Distarch Phosphate. INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E1414) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 1414?
INS 1414 (Acetylated Distarch Phosphate) is commonly found in: frozen foods, canned soups, baby food, ready meals.
What is INS 1414 made from?
INS 1414 can be derived from: plant starch + phosphate (may be animal bones in Europe) + acetic anhydride.
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