Rice Starch Std

Native rice starch is a plant-based polysaccharide mainly made up of two polymers: amylopectin and amylose.

It â?? differs from other starches by its smaller grain size and the shape of its granules, which are polyhedral when observed under a microscope.

This characteristic makes rice starch easy to digest and ideal for baby food.









Characteristics

The product looks like a white flour, insoluble in water, with a neutral smell and flavour. It has a light sweet taste, which makes it particularly indicated for the preparation of cakes and creams.







How is it obtained

Production is based on rice mainly from selected EU suppliers. The raw material is first milled, then the starch is extracted by mechanical action and water.







Function







Thickener and stabiliser in the food industry
Excipient in the pharmaceutical industry
Lenitive and softener for children\'s skin
Ingredient for enhancing the hygroscopic effect of certain foods (processed meat, mushrooms...)







Uses












FOOD INDUSTRY


This ingredient can be used to prepare sweet and savoury bakery products, such as cakes, biscuits, baby food, waffles, ice cream cones, pizza and flatbread. Starch improves the characteristics of the dough, enhancing the flavours and extending the shelf life of the finished products.















COSMETICS INDUSTRY


It is used to produce washes for healthy baby skin, as well as powders and creams for treating reddened and dry skin.















PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY


It is used for production and coating of tablets and pills.











Packaging











Bulk in tanks
Bag 20 Kg










Big Bag 750 Kg











Minimum order quantity











FCA
1 x 1,000 Kg pallet
1 x 750 Kg big bag










DAP
5 x 1,000 Kg pallets
5 x 750 Kg big bag













In case of smaller quantities, we will be pleased to redirect your request to our local or external distribution network.