Maize Starch

Product: Maize Starch (Corn Starch)
Supplier: Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd
Category: Food Additive / Thickening Agent
Carbohydrates: 85% – 90%
Protein: ≤ 0.5%
Fat: ≤ 0.1%
Moisture: ≤ 13%
Form: Fine white powder
Function: Thickening, stabilizing, binding
Use: Sauces, soups, bakery, industrial applications
Advantage: High purity, neutral taste, smooth texture
Packaging: 1kg / 25kg / 50kg (customizable)

Categories: Food Starch, Salt & Food Additives

Description
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Maize Starch (Corn Starch) is a high-quality, refined carbohydrate extracted from corn, supplied by Prime Agro Exports (Pty) Ltd, a trusted global exporter of food and agricultural products. It is widely used as a thickening, stabilizing, and binding agent in both food and industrial applications.

Known for its fine texture and neutral taste, maize starch is commonly used in soups, sauces, gravies, desserts, and bakery products. It improves texture, enhances consistency, and provides a smooth finish in food preparations. It is also used in pharmaceuticals, textiles, and paper industries.

Our maize starch is carefully processed to ensure high purity, excellent whiteness, and consistent performance, meeting international quality and safety standards.

Chemical Composition Table (Per 100g)

Component	Value / Range	Function / Benefit
Carbohydrates	85% – 90%	Main energy and thickening component
Protein	≤ 0.5%	Minimal protein content
Fat	≤ 0.1%	Low fat
Moisture	≤ 13%	Ensures stability and shelf life
Ash Content	≤ 0.3%	Indicates purity

Physical & Quality Specifications

Property	Specification
Form	Fine powder
Color	White
Taste	Neutral
Odor	Odorless
Solubility	Insoluble in cold water (forms gel when heated)
Purity	High-grade refined
Storage	Cool, dry conditions

Applications

Use Category	Application Examples
Food Industry	Soups, sauces, gravies, desserts
Bakery	Cakes, pastries, fillings
Processing	Instant foods, packaged products
Industrial Use	Paper, textile, pharmaceutical industries