E-code guide
E1422Acetylated Distarch Adipate
HalalModified starch
E1422

Acetylated Distarch Adipate

Modified starch

Also known as Modified starch, ADA

SANHA and MUIS all classify this as halal.
Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record
2say Halal

Why this verdict

E1422 is acetylated distarch adipate, a modified starch used as a thickener and stabiliser in sauces, dressings, and canned foods. SANHA and MUIS both classify E1422 as halal. MUIS notes it is produced by the esterification of native starch with a mixed anhydride of adipic and acetic anhydride. E1422 is halal.

Food-safety note
Permitted as a thickener and stabiliser in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15). A modified food starch (from corn, potato, or tapioca); regarded as safe and well tolerated, like other food starches. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)

Common questions

Is E1422 halal?

Acetylated Distarch Adipate (E1422) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E1422 made from?

Acetylated Distarch Adipate (E1422) is derived from plant sources. It is commonly found in Sauces, soups, instant puddings, and baked fillings.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.
Found in
Saucessoupsinstant puddingsbaked fillingsfrozen dinnersinfant foods
Last reviewed by the HalalHQ research team in June 2026.