MELOJEL® is derived from dent corn, which is a variety of field corn. The source of the corn can influence the properties of the starch. This corn starch is characterized by a strong gel formation after cooling a cooked dispersion. Gel formation is a common property of starches and is often used in food applications for thickening or gelling. MELOJEL® is described as a food-grade starch, indicating that it meets the standards and requirements for use in food products. The product is available under Ingredion Incorporated’s TRUETRACE® Identity Preserved Program for non-GM products. This certification signifies that the corn starch is sourced from non-genetically modified ingredients.