Cornstarch, sometimes referred to as cornflour, is a carbohydrate extracted from the endosperm of corn. This white powdery substance is used for many culinary, household, and industrial purposes. It was developed in 1844 in New Jersey and is produced today in corn-growing countries including the United States, China, Brazil, and India. More @Wikipedia
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