Supply chain risk
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Cornstarch
A South American tree in the family Lecythidaceae.
- Price per lb
- 2.63/lb
- Price per kg
- $5.79/kg
Nutrition per pound
12-month cost trend
Nutrition profile
Cornstarch has a nutrition profile of 1,728 kcal/lb, 1.18 g protein/lb, and 4.08 g fiber/lb. It contains 0.23 g total fat/lb and provides 13.61 mg potassium/lb and 2.13 mg iron/lb.
Cost range and volatility
Cornstarch is currently priced at $5.79/kg. Journey AI tracks ingredient pricing over time to help CPG teams monitor cost movement, identify pricing trends, and support sourcing and product development decisions.
Sustainability
Journey AI evaluates ingredient sustainability using environmental indicators such as water usage, greenhouse gas emissions, and upcycled status. These factors can help CPG teams compare Cornstarch with alternative starch systems.
Common CPG use cases
Cornstarch is commonly used as a thickener, binder, stabilizer, and texture modifier in sauces, soups, gravies, bakery products, snacks, and processed food formulations.
Clean label compatibility
Cornstarch can be used in clean label formulations when its source, processing, and labeling meet the requirements of the intended product. Final compatibility depends on the application and formulation.
Regulatory status
Cornstarch is used as a food ingredient and is subject to applicable food safety, labeling, and ingredient regulations in the markets where it is sold. Requirements may vary by country and product application.
Alternatives
Cornstarch alternatives may include potato starch, tapioca starch, rice starch, arrowroot, and other starch-based or hydrocolloid systems. CPG teams can compare these options based on thickening performance, processing conditions, cost, and application.
