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Maizena
Maizena by MAIZENA provides 349 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 0.4 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 2 (processed culinary ingredient). It is listed in the Corn starch category and comes in a 160 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 8g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 349 kcal | 28 kcal | 346 | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −43% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 86.5 g | 6.9 g | 3% | 85.1 |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0.6 −100% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0 |
| Dietary fiber | 0.1 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.7 −86% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.4 −11% |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0 g | 0.5 −87% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 165 Corn starch products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other corn starch
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
fécula de maiz
Product details
- Quantity
- 160 g
- Serving size
- 8g
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- Mexico, Spain
- Barcode
- 7501005110389
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Maizena?
Maizena contains 349 kcal per 100 g and about 28 kcal per serving (8g).
How much sugar is in Maizena?
Maizena has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Maizena healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 2 — processed culinary ingredient. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Maizena vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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