El almidón de maíz, también conocido como maicena, es un ingrediente básico en la elaboración de masas y postres apto para personas celíacas o con sensibilidad al gluten.

Puede utilizarse solo o, como es más común, mezclado con harina de arroz o fécula de patata, tanto para recetas saladas como dulces.

Modified corn starch is corn starch that has been altered through physical, chemical, or enzymatic processes to improve its functional properties for specific applications. This modification enhances its performance in various food products, making it more adaptable to temperature, acidity, and other processing conditions. Modified corn starch is widely used in the food industry due to its ability to improve texture, stability, and consistency.