cornstarch

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Scope note
Starch derived from the endosperm of the corn kernel, separated from glutens and fibrous particles by sieving, wet grinding, and wash flotation. Heated with water it forms a viscous medium which thickens into an opaque gel with cooling. Cornstarch is used as a thickener in liquid based foods.
cornstarch
Accepted term: 06-May-2024