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NATIONAL™ 740 - 06840000

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NATIONAL™ 740 - 06840000 is a modified maize starch derived from corn. This high-viscosity modified corn starch is known for its ability to provide a heavy-bodied, smooth, and short texture when heated, and it results in a slightly firm texture as it cools. Its primary role is as a viscosity modifier, making it an important ingredient in various applications that require texture and consistency adjustments.

Ingredient Name: Modified Maize Starch

Functions: Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

Features: Firm Texture, Freeze Stability, High Viscosity, Instant Viscosity, Short Texture, Smooth Texture

End Uses: Dairy Desserts, Dairy Products, Gravies, Puddings, Sauces, Soups

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Food Ingredients Functions
Ingredients
Modified Maize Starch
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features and Benefits
  • NATIONAL™ 740 modified starch provides rapid viscosity development, a heavy body and a smooth short texture when cooked in an aqueous system. It also has excellent cold temperature storage stability making it well suited for many refrigerated and frozen foods.
  • NATIONAL™ 740 modified starch is recommended primarily for low acid foods, like puddings, soups, sauces and gravies.

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 12%-
pH (9% w/w slurry)5 - 6.5--
Peak Viscosity1250 - 1750MVUCML-M106
Drop Viscosity120 - 450MVUCML-M504H
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Escherichia coliNegative--
SalmonellaNegative/10g
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Fat *max. 0.1g/100g-
Cholesterol0mg/100g-
Sodium120mg/100g-
Total Carbohydrates89.4g/100g-
Dietary Fiber0g/100g-
Total Sugars *max. 0.1g/100g-
Added Sugars0g/100g-
Other Carbohydrates89.4g/100g-
Protein0.3g/100g-
Vitamin D0mcg/100g-
Iron *max. 0.4mg/100g-
Potassium *max. 20mg/100g-
Total Ash Content0.1g/100g-
Calories359--
Calories From Fat0--
Calcium *max. 4mg/100g-
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Through U.S.S. #100 Meshmin. 95%-
Through U.S.S. #200 Meshmin. 85%-
Note

* Not present at level of quantification.

Microbiological Limits

Initial testing is done on a single composite sample against a limit of m. If result is above m, the three class sampling and acceptance below is used.

  n c m M
Total Plate Count/g 5 3 10,000 100,000
Yeast/g 5 3 200 1,000
Mold/g 5 3 200 1,000
Enterobacteriaceae 5 3 100 1,000

Where n = # of samples tested; c = maximum allowable number of results between m and M; m = upper target limit; M = maximum acceptable value.

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory Data
  • Source : Corn
  • United States
    • Meets FCC (Food Chemical Codex) requirements.
    • Labeling : Food Starch-Modified
  • Canada
    • CFDA Regulation : B.16.100, Table XIII
    • Labeling : Modified Corn Starch

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

NATIONAL™ 740 modified starch is packaged in multi ply kraft paper bags with a net weight of 50 lbs.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Storage Conditions

NATIONAL™ 740 modified starch should be stored in a clean, dry area at ambient temperature and away from heavily aromatic material.