Namaste Foods, Arrowroot Starch is an easily digested starch which is often used as a thickener in many foods, and is also used in cakes, cookies and other baked goods. Arrowroot starch is gluten free. It's a excellent substitute for other starches and flours when used as a thickening agent. Arrowroot starch is neutral tasting and freezes well. In a convenient re-sealable pouch!