Modified Potato Starch

Modified potato starch is widely used in many industries through different modification methods, especially in the food industry as a thickening agent, gelling agent, stabilizer, and more.

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E NO.: E1414

Specification Available: Food Grade

MOQ: 1Ton

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Product Introduction of Modified Potato Starch

Modified potato starch is a high-quality, versatile ingredient derived from potato starch and modified through physical, chemical, or enzymatic processes to enhance its functional properties for use in the food industry.

This modified starch is specially designed to meet food safety standards and is widely used to improve the texture, consistency, stability, and appearance of a variety of food products. With its excellent thickening, gelling, and stabilizing capabilities, food grade modified potato starch is an essential ingredient for many food applications.

Key Features and Benefits of Modified Potato Starch

1. Enhanced Thickening Power

Food grade modified potato starch provides superior thickening properties at low concentrations, making it an ideal ingredient for sauces, soups, dressings, gravies, and other liquid-based foods.

2. Improved Gelling Properties

Modified potato starch is an excellent gelling agent, providing a smooth and consistent gel formation. It is particularly effective in products like pudding, jelly, and fruit fillings, where stable and firm gels are required.

3. Thermal Stability

One of the key advantages of food grade modified potato starch is its ability to maintain stability at high temperatures. It can withstand heat during cooking and processing, making it suitable for hot-fill products, ready-to-eat meals, and other heat-processed foods.

4. Freeze-Thaw Stability

Food grade modified potato starch shows excellent freeze-thaw stability, preventing syneresis (water separation) during freezing and thawing. This makes it ideal for use in frozen foods, ice cream, and other products that are exposed to freezing and thawing cycles.

5. Improved Texture and Mouthfeel

It enhances the texture and mouthfeel of food products, offering a smooth, creamy consistency in items such as sauces, dressings, dairy products, and bakery fillings.

6. Good Solubility and Dispersibility

Modified potato starch is more soluble and dispersible in water compared to unmodified potato starch. This property is especially valuable in instant food products like soups, sauces, and ready-to-mix beverages.

7. Non-GMO and Food Safe

As a food-grade ingredient, it meets stringent food safety standards, ensuring that it is free from harmful chemicals, heavy metals, and pathogens. It is also non-GMO (genetically modified organisms), making it suitable for a wide range of natural and organic food products.

Food grade modified potato starch is a highly functional and versatile ingredient that plays a crucial role in improving the texture, consistency, and stability of a wide range of food products.

Its excellent thickening, gelling, and thermal stability properties make it an essential ingredient in sauces, soups, dairy products, frozen foods, and more. With its safe, non-GMO status and compliance with food safety standards, food grade modified potato starch is a reliable choice for manufacturers looking to enhance the quality and performance of their food products.

Product Parameter of Modified Potato Starch

Property	Specification
Appearance	White or off-white powder
Moisture	≤ 10%
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Viscosity (5% d.s.)	1,500 - 6,000 mPa.s
Ash	≤ 1.2%
Sulfur Dioxide	≤ 30 mg/kg
Lead (as Pb)	≤ 1.0 mg/kg
Arsenic (as As)	≤ 0.5 mg/kg
Acetyl Group	≤ 2.5%
Phosphate (as P)	≤ 0.14%
Particle Size	≥92% pass thru 154 micron sieve

What are the modification methods of modified potato starch?

Modified potato starch can be produced through several modification techniques, each designed to optimize specific properties:

1. Physical Modification

Heat Treatment: Subjecting potato starch to heat alters its gelatinization and thickening properties, improving its heat stability.

Crosslinking: This process introduces chemical bonds between starch molecules, improving the starch’s resistance to heat, acid, and shear, while enhancing its viscosity and texture.

Hydrothermal Processing: Involves applying heat and moisture to modify the starch structure, making it more water-soluble and stable in high-temperature processing.

2. Chemical Modification

Phosphorylation: Phosphate groups are added to the starch molecules, which increases the starch’s resistance to heat and acid, making it suitable for high-temperature applications.

Etherification: The introduction of ether groups to the starch molecules enhances solubility and improves the texture of food products, such as sauces and gravies.

Acid Treatment: Mild acid hydrolysis is sometimes used to reduce the molecular weight of the starch, increasing its solubility and making it more effective in certain applications like instant foods.

3. Enzymatic Modification

Enzymes like amylases can be used to modify the starch’s molecular weight and structure, improving its ability to form smooth, stable gels and its behavior under different cooking conditions.

Quality and Safety Standards

Food grade modified potato starch must adhere to strict safety and quality standards, including:

1. Purity: It must be free from harmful substances, including heavy metals, pesticides, and contaminants.

2. Microbial Safety: The product must meet microbiological standards to ensure it is free from pathogens and safe for consumption.

3. Non-GMO: Certified non-GMO to meet consumer demand for natural ingredients.

4. Regulatory Compliance: Complies with food safety regulations set by authorities such as the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), EFSA (European Food Safety Authority), and other relevant bodies.

Reasons for selecting Chempora Modified Potato Starch

1. High Quality and Purity: Food-grade certified, ensuring safety and reliability in food applications.

2. Versatility: Ideal for thickening, gelling, and stabilizing in various food products.

3. Superior Performance: Offers excellent viscosity control and stability under heat and freeze-thaw conditions.

4. Reliable Supply: Consistent product availability and timely delivery, backed by a robust supply chain.

5. Competitive Pricing: Cost-effective without compromising on quality.

Chempora Modified Potato Starch is a trusted, high-performance ingredient for food manufacturers looking for consistency, quality, and versatility in their products. If you want more information leave us a message and our sales manager will get back to you within 24 hours.