Pregelatinized starch - Alpha starch

Pregelatinized tapioca starch is a modified form of plant-based tapioca starch that has been processed to undergo a pregelatinization process. During this process, vegan native tapioca starch is heated and then dried, which modifies its properties and makes it easier to dissolve in cold or warm water. Pregelatinized tapioca starch is commonly used in various food applications and industrial processes due to its unique characteristics.   

 

HS Code: 350510    
Net weight: 25/50kg PP/Kraft bag (55.1/110.2 lbs)  

 

Functional uses

Thickening agent, Soluble agent, Texturizer, Moisturizer, Stabilizer, … 

 

Applications

  • Food industry: Pregelatinized starch is used as a thickener or stabilizer in food products such as puddings, soup mixes, candy, baby foods, cakes, confectionery, desserts and milk drinks, frozen foods, functional drinks, powdered foods, sauces, beverages

  • Cosmetic industry: Alpha starch is used as an additive ingredient in cosmetic products. It serves as a capsule diluent, as a binder and allows the starch to absorb water easily and helps the tablet dissolve properly.

  • Feed production industry: Pregelatinized Starch is easily soluble in water and quickly absorbed, so it is used as a thickener and binder in animal feed and aquaticulture feed.

  • BBQ Charcoal Briquettes Production

You might interest: How to make Charcoal Briquettes with Alpha starch?

 

Specification of Alpha Starch

AppearanceFine free flowing powder, white color, no smell, soluble in cold water
Starch content90% Min
Moisture10.0% Max
Whiteness80% Min
pH value5.00 - 7.00
Viscosity800 BU Min
SO230 ppm Max
Ash0.2% Max
Fineness (60 mesh)80% Min

 

Modified Tapioca Starch Warehouse
Modified Tapioca Starch is packed in 25kg Kraft paper bags and stocked in warehouse. Source: Viego Global

 

For any inquiry about Alpha starch, please feel free to contact us at:

  • Email: marketing@viegoglobal.com
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