Distarch Phosphate Good Texture enhancer No known benefits Distarch Phosphate at a glance Anti-caking and binding agent Derivative of plant starches Used in food products to add texture Maximum usage in leave-on cosmetics is 7.5% White or nearly white powder or granules in its raw form Distarch Phosphate description Distarch phosphate is a natural ingredient used in cosmetics as an anti-caking and binding agent. This starch derivative comes from the esterification of food starches, including those sourced from tapioca, rice, and corn. In addition to its use in cosmetics, distarch phosphate is a common food additive, used in products such as tortillas, dry cereal, and pasta to add texture and provide dietary fiber. The United States Food and Drug Administration has given distarch phophate its Generally Recognized As Safe distinction as a food additive. The maximum concentration of use of distarch phosphate in leave-on cosmetics is 7.5%. In its raw form, it is a white or nearly white powder, or granules. Along with its primary roles as binding and anti-caking agents, this starch can also help reduce a greasy or sticky feel some emulsions have and can prevent water-soluble ingredients in a formula from evaporating too quickly. Related ingredients: Tapioca Starch