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Cargill Waxy Pearl (04251)

Cargill Waxy Pearl (04251) is an unmodified starch derived from waxy maize corn. It serves as a coupling agent, adhesion promoter, and binder. Waxy Pearl is readily dispersed in water and can be slurred into solids. It has the flexibility to be thermally-chemically converted or enzyme-converted, with the possibility of the in-house addition of a buffer for specific applications.

Functions: Adhesion Promoter, Binder, Coupling Agent

Labeling Claims: Food Contact Acceptable, Kosher

End Uses: Paper & Pulp

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
CASE Ingredients Functions
Industrial Additives Functions
CAS No.
9005-25-8
EC No.
232-679-6
Product Label
Package labeling US
Industrial starch modified

Features & Benefits

Functionality

Waxy Pearl is easily dispersed in water and can be slurried at up to 40% solids. It can be thermal-chemically converted or enzyme converted following the in-house addition of a buffer.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Industrial Additives End Use
Application

At the size press and in coatings Waxy Pearl solids levels are dependent on degree of conversion, desired paper characteristics and type of paper to which it is being applied.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Odorless

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
GMO Statement

This Cargill ingredient is derived from corn that has been potentially genetically modified.

Legal Requirements
  • United States of America - Regulated to FDA 21 CFR § 178.3520 Industrial starch-modified and may be used in compliance with FDA 21 CFR § 178.3520 Industrial starch-modified. There is no use limitation in this regulation.
  • May also be used in compliance with food contact regulations where this regulation is included by incorporation. These include: 176.170 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with aqueous and fatty foods. 176.180 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with dry food.
  • People’s Republic of China - Hygeinic Standards for Uses of Additives in Food Containers and Packaging Materials (GB9685-2008) - This product is listed for use in paper subject to a maximum use limit of 1%.
  • BfR XXXVI, Paper and Board for Food Contact - This product is listed as paper and board for food contact.
  • Kosher certified

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging
  • 50 lbs. Paper Bags
  • 2000 lbs. Supersacks
  • Bulk Truck
  • Bulk railcar

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
60 Months
Recommended Storage Conditions
  • Store in a clean, dry area at ambient temp. and humidity
  • 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.