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product_id: 49322214
title: "Hormel Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener x 1"
brand: "thick & easy"
price: "R498"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Thick & Easy"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49322214-hormel-thick-and-easy-instant-food-thickener-x-1
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Gluten-free formula Lactose-free for sensitive diets Instant thickening power Hormel Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener x 1

**Brand:** thick & easy
**Price:** R498
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🥄 Elevate every bite with instant, effortless thickening!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hormel Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener x 1 by thick & easy
- **How much does it cost?** R498 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/49322214-hormel-thick-and-easy-instant-food-thickener-x-1)

## Best For

- thick & easy enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thick & easy brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Quality:** Backed by Hormel Health Labs, ensuring reliable and safe use.
- • **Highly Rated Choice:** Loved by thousands with a 4.5-star rating and top rankings in health care.
- • **Diet-Friendly Formula:** Gluten-free and lactose-free to fit diverse dietary needs.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with both hot and cold foods or liquids.
- • **Customizable Consistency:** Tailor your food or drinks from smooth to thick with precision.

## Overview

Hormel Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener is a versatile, gluten- and lactose-free powder designed to instantly adjust the texture of hot or cold foods and liquids, ideal for adults with dysphagia. Trusted by thousands, it offers customizable consistency with a convenient, easy-to-use formula made in the UK.

## Description

Product Description Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener by Hormel is an instant food thickener designed for individuals with dysophagia. It can be added to both hot and cold foods or liquids at varying levels to obtain any level of consistency. Ingredients Modified maize starch (E 1442), maltodextrin P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Directions Add the desired amount of Hormel Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener to hot or cold foods or liquids. Stir well to ensure even distribution. Adjust the amount based on the desired consistency. Safety Warning For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep away from naked flame or direct heat sources. Manufacturer Contact Information FRESENIUS KABI DEUTSCHLAND GMBH, DE See more

Review: Great price - Great product
Review: Perfect - I really rate this more than the alternative more expensive option. Mixed into drinks very well. Only used cold drinks don't know how it blends into hot drinks as lady doesn't have them.

## Features

- Instant food thickener, Gluten free, Lactose free

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003C6A3QA |
| ASIN  | B003C6A3QA |
| Age Range Description | Adults |
| Best Sellers Rank | 9,654 in Health & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care ) 2 in Diet Snacks |
| Brand | Thick & Easy |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Country of origin  | United Kingdom |
| Cuisine | Universal |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (666) |
| Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (666) |
| Date First Available | 1 Mar. 2021 |
| Format | Powder |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 4051895005539 |
| Manufacturer  | Hormel Health Labs |
| Manufacturer contact | FRESENIUS KABI DEUTSCHLAND GMBH, DE |
| Product Dimensions  | 0.03 x 0.03 x 0.03 cm; 4.54 g |
| Units | 225.0 gram |
| Weight | 225 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Thick & Easy
- **Item weight:** 5 g
- **Material feature:** Gluten Free
- **Speciality:** Gluten Free
- **Unit count:** 225.0 gram

## Images

![Hormel Thick & Easy Instant Food Thickener x 1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xSB7vx7yL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this basically just gelatinized cornstarch?**
A: My wife uses it as she has swallowing problems. It's okay when you first mix it, but it does not keep it's consistency and tends to look like water, therefore, cannot be used again - so wasteful.

**Q: Can i have english instructions please, your advert has a tin in english which is what i expected.**
A: I used Google Translate on the back of my tin and it said the following (automated translation so I can't say if it's 100% accurate:

Foodstuff intended for medical purposes Instant thickener in powder form based on lactose-modified starch, gluten-free.  For the nutritional needs of patients with swallowing disorders.  Instructions: To thicken a liquid, pour it into a clean bowl, sprinkle the necessary amount of Thick & Easy with a fork or a whisk until completely dissolved, 1 minute to obtain the desired consistency.  For thick semi - solid ( puree type ) , add the necessary quantity Thick & Easy ™ directly in the preparation to obtain the texture Very thick quantities recommended according to the desired consistency Thick Syrup for 100 ml 1 measuring spoon 1 measuring spoon and 3 measuring spoons for 200  ml 2 measuring spoons A measuring spoon is supplied with the box. The measuring spoon corresponds to 4.5g of powder as the sole source of food.  Thick & Easy As important: Must be used under medical supervision Not suitable for children under 3 years of age e thickener and is not intended for pediatric const age vation 1 Before opening: store in a container close the box tightly and store umum 8 weeks  2 measuring spoons 4 measuring spoons

**Q: Can I used this to thicken baby formula?**
A: I’m under a paediatrician for my baby who has reflux. Other thickners did not work and she was prescribed this at 4 months old - works brilliantly.

**Q: What are the contents of this product? Thanks.**
A: According to the website the contents are 225gms
Ingredients	Modified maize starch (E 1442)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great price
*by P***N on 12 January 2026*

Great product

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect
*by B***X on 8 February 2026*

I really rate this more than the alternative more expensive option. Mixed into drinks very well. Only used cold drinks don't know how it blends into hot drinks as lady doesn't have them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works well
*by P***H on 29 November 2018*

This thickener works well but it's very costly. the doctor will only prescribe a cheaper product which goes lumpy in a warm drink, so I buy Thick & Easy at the lowest price I can find.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-05*