Pregelatinized Starches

Alfa Chemistry's pregelatinized starches are premium food-grade starch that has been specially processed and pregelatinized. Pregelatinized starches work primarily by thickening liquids. Pregelatinized starches are available in different forms, including powders and granules, to meet a variety of processing requirements. They can be easily incorporated into formulations to provide functional benefits and help the final product achieve the desired texture, stability, and sensory attributes.

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Description

Pregelatinization is a heat treatment process that involves subjecting starch to a combination of heat and moisture, which causes the starch granules to swell and break. The process alters the structure of the starch, resulting in a product that is immediately dispersible and soluble in cold or hot water. This unique property makes our pre-gelatinized starch highly versatile and convenient for a wide range of applications.

Since pregelatinized starches are insoluble in water, the ingredient has little impact on the overall flavor of the foods to which it is added. Instead, it acts as a thickener and creates a smooth coating around fruits or other foods.

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Features and Benefits

Instant Solubility

Our pregelatinized starches readily dissolve in water, even at low temperatures, saving time and effort in food preparation.

Improved Thickening and Stabilizing Properties

Pregelatinization enhances the thickening and stabilizing capabilities of starches, making them ideal for use in various food formulations.

Heat Stability

Pregelatinized starches exhibit excellent heat stability, maintaining their thickening properties even under high-temperature processing conditions.

Versatility

Our pregelatinized starches can be used in a broad range of food applications, including soups, sauces, gravies, bakery fillings, dressings, and dairy products.

Clean Label

Our pregelatinized starches are derived from natural sources and do not contain any artificial additives, making them suitable for clean label product formulations.

Applications

• Sauces and gravies - Pregelatinized starch acts as an effective thickener and stabilizer, providing a smooth texture and improved mouthfeel.
• Bakery fillings - These starches enhance the viscosity and stability of fillings, preventing leakage and improving the overall quality of baked goods.
• Dairy products - Pregelatinized starches are widely used in dairy applications such as puddings, custards, and yogurts to improve texture and prevent dehydration and shrinkage.
• Instant foods - Because of their instant solubility, these starches are ideal for instant soups, powdered drink mixes, and other convenience foods.
• Salad dressings and condiments - Pregelatinized starches help maintain desired consistency and prevent phase separation in salad dressings and condiments.

Please contact us for more information or to request samples.

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