Tapioca starch organic is derived from cassava root and can substitute for wheat flour. Those who are allergic to wheat or gluten can use our gluten-free organic tapioca starch, a natural thickener like arrowroot flour. Try using our tapioca flour organic as a binding agent or as a thickener. Never worry about gluten or grains when you use tapioca starch. Can also use for cosmetics and ice cream. WARNING: Lead is known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov FAQs at www.KateNaturals.com/P65