What is Organic Pea Starch Powder?
Organic pea starch is a versatile, gluten-free, and plant-based ingredient derived from organic peas, used in food and industrial applications. It has a clean taste and color, offers excellent stability under high temperatures and pH variations, and can function as a thickener, binder, and gelling agent. Its properties make it suitable for products like baked goods, soups, sauces, and even as a non-GMO alternative to modified starches.
Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Grade | Functional Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Source | Pisum sativum (yellow pea) | Same |
| Starch Purity | ≥98% | ≥99% |
| Amylose Content | 35±2% | 35±1% |
| Moisture | ≤12% | ≤10% |
| Protein Residue | ≤0.3% | ≤0.15% |
| Particle Size (D50) | 15–25µm | 10–20µm (micronized) |
| Whiteness (L value)* | ≥92 | ≥94 |
| pH (10% slurry) | 6.0–7.0 | 6.0–7.0 |
| Viscosity (Brabender) | Peak: 800–1,000 BU | Peak: 1,200–1,500 BU |
| Gelatinization Temp | 65–75°C | 60–70°C (low-temp swell) |
Food applications
- Bakery: Provides structure to gluten-free baked goods and can be used in fruit fillings, breakfast cereals, and baked snacks.
- Dairy: Superior gelling properties for products like chocolate mousse and custard cream.
- Meat and vegetarian products: Improves texture and mouthfeel in items like pork hams, poultry rolls, and patés.
- Soups and sauces: Acts as a thickener to create pulpy textures and high viscosity.
- Confectionery: Used for gelling in products like gummy candies and jelly.
- Beverages and supplements: Can be used in powders, nutritional supplements, and as a carbohydrate source.
Industrial applications
- Corrugated boxes: Used in the production of packaging materials and corrugated cardboard.
- Paper production: Can be used in the wet-end process of paper manufacturing.
- Packaging extrusion: Applied in the production of certain packaging products.
Key characteristics
- Clean label: As an organic, non-GMO ingredient, it supports clean label and allergen-friendly claims.
- Neutral profile: Has a neutral flavor and bright white color.
- High performance: Shows excellent stability in high temperatures, variances in pH levels, and good resistance to shearing, often replacing chemically modified starches.
- Other properties: Exhibits good gel-forming, film-forming, and binding properties.
Certifications & Quality Assurance
- Organic: USDA, EU Organic, COR
- Non-GMO: Non-GMO Project Verified
- Allergen-Free:
- Gluten: <5ppm (ELISA)
- Soy/Nut: Undetectable
- Safety:
- Heavy Metals: Pb<0.1ppm, Cd<0.05ppm, As<0.2ppm
- Pesticides: 500+ residues non-detect
- Performance Testing:
- Pasting properties (Brabender/ViscoAmylograph)
- Gel texture analysis (TA.XT Plus)
Why Choose Us
Technical Excellence
- Low-Protein Extraction: Patented wet-milling process (<0.3% protein)
- Functional Customization:
- Pre-gelatinized options (instant viscosity)
- Amylose-amylopectin ratio adjustment (30–40%)
Supply Chain Control
- Traceable to EU/Canada organic pea farms
- Blockchain batch tracking (farm → starch)
Sustainability Commitment
- Water recycling (closed-loop processing)
- Pea protein co-product utilization (zero waste)
FAQs
Q: Can pea starch replace cornstarch?
A: Yes! Use a 1:1 ratio for thickening, with superior clarity and heat resistance.
Q: Is pea starch keto-friendly?
A: Yes—it contains minimal digestible carbs (≤5g net carbs per 100g).
Q: Does it work in cold recipes?
A: Requires heating to fully gelatinize, but pre-gelatinized options are available.
Q: Is this product allergen-free?
A: Yes—free from gluten, soy, nuts, and dairy.
Q: Do you offer bulk pricing?
A: Yes! Competitive rates for 25kg+ orders. Contact us for quotes.
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