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PENCLING® 550 - 06840403

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PENCLING® 550 - 06840403 is a modified potato starch with notable characteristics. It offers high viscosity, excellent water-holding capacity, and effective binding capabilities. This ingredient, PenCling® 550, is particularly valuable for maintaining stable moisture control in various food products. Notably, it has a bland taste and does not overpower or mask the subtle flavors of the food it is used in. Its primary function is as a binder, assisting in texture and consistency in a wide range of culinary applications.

Ingredient Name: Modified Potato Starch

Functions: Binder

Labeling Claims: Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO

Certifications & Compliance: FCC Compliant, FDA Compliant, FSSC 22000, GFSI Certified, Halal, ISO 22000, Kosher

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

Features: Acidic pH Stable, Good Binding, High Viscosity, Imparts Moisture Absorption Resistance, Improved Crispiness, Improved Water Holding Capacity

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Food Ingredients Functions
Ingredients
Modified Potato Starch
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features and Benefits
  • Bland Flavor
  • Superior Binder
  • Improves Crispness
  • Excellent Water Holding Capability
  • Low pH Stability

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Contentmax. 18%
pH6-8
Hold Viscosity800 - 1400BU
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Escherichia coliNegative
SalmonellaNegative/10g
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Fat *max. 0.1g/100g
Cholesterol0mg/100g
Sodium122mg/100g
Total Carbohydrates85.8g/100g
Dietary Fiber0g/100g
Total Sugars *max. 0.1g/100g
Added Sugars0g/100g
Other Carbohydrates85.8g/100g
Protein *max. 0.1g/100g
Vitamin D0mcg/100g
Iron *max. 0.4mg/100g
Potassium *max. 20mg/100g
Total Ash Content0.2g/100g
Calories343
Calories From Fat0
Calcium7mg/100g
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
On U.S.S. #100 Meshmax. 2%
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
Coliform 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.

Note

* Not present at level of quantification.

Regulatory & Compliance

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

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

PenCling® 550 can be packaged in multi ply Kraft paper bags and totes.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 Months
Storage Conditions

PenCling® 550 should be stored in a clean, dry area at ambient temperature and away from heavily aromatic material.