GLOSSARY · PURE STARCHES
Rice Starch
EN Rice Starch · DE Reisstärke · IT Amido di Riso
CATEGORY=Pure StarchesBINDING=1/5CROSS-CONTACT=Medium cross-contact riskPRIMARY USE=Baby food, light thickening
Rice Starch (also: Rice flour starch | Oryza sativa starch). Neutral, very fine. Extremely light, delicate texture.
âš GF STATUS
Naturally gluten-free. Cross-contact risk similar to rice flour; buy it with a gluten-free claim on the pack (a certification mark is a bonus, not a requirement).
A note on coeliac safety
Naturally gluten-free. Cross-contact risk similar to rice flour; buy it with a gluten-free claim on the pack (a certification mark is a bonus, not a requirement).
| Region | Gluten-free status |
|---|---|
| EU | GF if labelled gluten-free |
| US (FDA) | GF if labelled gluten-free |
| Australia / NZ | GF if labelled gluten-free |
In the kitchen
Neutral, very fine. Extremely light, delicate texture. Best for: Baby food, light thickening.
If you don’t have it
Cornstarch (broader availability)
Source: HTGF flour database · evidence tier B · last reviewed June 2026.
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EVIDENCE LEDGER
Reference standardCODEX / AOECS
Entry updated2026-06-11
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