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Cargill Gel 03420 NGM

Cargill Gel 03420 NGM is a native corn starch derived from non-GM (NGM) maize. It provides body and viscosity, has a short, fluid consistency when hot, thickens rapidly when cooled to form a firm, opaque gel, and serves as an opacifying aid. It is applied in food products such as soups, sauces, and gravies, cream and custard fillings, puddings, and salad dressings.

Ingredient Name: Corn Starch

Functions: Binder, Filler, Texturizing Agent, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Halal, Kosher, Non-Carcinogenic, Non-GMO, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wheat-free

Certifications & Compliance: CFIA Amenable, EU Compliant, FCC Compliant, FDA 21 CFR Regulations, FDA Compliant, Halal, Kosher, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), REACH Exempt (Europe), The Food Allergen Labeling & Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA)

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

Features: Film Forming, Free of Major Allergens, Good Binding, Improved Water Binding, Odorless, Ovo-Lacto Vegetarian Suitable, Suitable for Vegans, Texturizing

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Ingredients
Corn Starch
Technologies
Product Label
Package labeling Maize starch
Package labeling US Corn Starch
Ingredients US [Listed in Descending Order]
100% (ds) Corn starch

Features & Benefits

Functionality
  • Provides Body And Viscosity
  • Short, Fluid Consistency When Hot
  • Thickens Rapidly When Cooled To Form A Firm, Opaque Gel
  • Opacifying Aid

Applications & Uses

Application

Native maize starches are multifunctional ingredients exhibiting properties that can be used in a number of food applications and manufacturing processes: texturizing agents, film formers, water binders, fillers and thickeners. Cargill Gel™ 03420 is applied in food products such as:

  • Soups, Sauces, And Gravies
  • Cream And Custard Fillings
  • Puddings
  • Salad Dressings
  • Icings
  • Dry Mixes
  • Meat And Poultry
  • Batter And Breading Mixes

Properties

Physical Form
Nutritional Information (per 100 gm)
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Energy358.1kcal/100g
Energy1487kJ/100g
Protein Content0.3g/100g
Carbohydrates88g/100g
Sugar Content0g/100g
Added Sugars0g/100g
Dietary Fiber0g/100g
Fat Content0.5g/100g
Saturated Fat0.2g/100g
Trans Fat0g/100g
Cholesterol0mg/100g
Sodium Content26mg/100g
Calcium Content5mg/100g
Potassium Content4mg/100g
Iron Content0.1mg/100g
Vitamin C0mg/100g
Vitamin D0mcg/100g
Water Content11.1g/100g
Note for Nutritional Data
  • The list comprises relevant nutritional components only.
  • Values are calculated based on the average of product specifications. In those cases where only a minimum or a maximum value is specified, these values were taken respectively.
  • The EU column lists the nutritional values in accordance with Regulation (EU) n° 1169/2011 on food information to consumers.
  • The US column lists the nutritional values in accordance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 21).
  • The Japan column lists the nutritional values in accordance with the Japanese Legislation.
  • The energy values may differ per region because of different calculations.

Regulatory & Compliance

Dietary Information
Suitable for Certified
Halal Yes Yes
Kosher Yes Yes
Lacto-vegetarian Yes No
Ovo-vegan Yes No
Vegan Yes No
Vegetarian Yes No
GMO Statement

This Cargill ingredient complies with the EU GMO requirements as principally laid down under EC Regulation No 1829/2003 on 'genetically modified food and feed' and EC Regulation 1830/2003 on 'the traceability and labeling of food and feed products produced from GMO's. Therefore, there is no need to label this product under either 1829/2003 or 1830/2003.

Legal Requirements
  • In accordance with Section 403(i) of the US Federal FD&C Act, and Section 4 (a)(1) of the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act, the term "starch" is considered the common or usual name for starch made from corn; alternatively, the name "corn starch" may be used.
  • This product is in compliance with : Status pursuant to USDA 7 CFR Part 66 National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard (“BE” status) : The product has been sourced from a non-bioengineered source and the inadvertent presence of BE is less than 0.9%.
  • Current Food Chemical Codex

Technical Details & Test Data

Test Data

Cargill Gel 03420 NGM - Test Data

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging
  • 50 lb. Multi-ply Paper Bags
  • 2000 lbs. Supersacks

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Recommended Storage Conditions
  • Store inside, under dry conditions
  • The specified shelf life can only be guaranteed for this product if the above mentioned recommended storage conditions are respected. For products delivered in bulk, there should be a clean storage (and circulation) system, protected from any potential contamination.