Corn Starch Food Grade

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Corn Starch Food Grade is a fine, white, powdery carbohydrate extracted from the endosperm of corn kernels (Zea mays). It is a natural, tasteless, and odorless polysaccharide composed primarily of amylose and amylopectin. Corn starch is widely used as a thickening, stabilizing, and binding agent in food products due to its excellent gelatinization properties. It serves as a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour in many culinary and industrial applications. Corn starch is valued for its versatility, digestibility, and neutral flavor profile, making it a staple ingredient in both home cooking and commercial food production.

Description

Corn Starch Food Grade

Primary Uses 

Food Industry

  • Used extensively as a thickening agent in sauces, gravies, soups, puddings, and pie fillings. 
  • Acts as a stabilizer and texture improver in baked goods, desserts, and dairy products like yogurts and custards. 
  • Employed as an anti-caking agent in powdered food mixes. 
  • Used as a fat replacer and bulking agent in low-fat and gluten-free food formulations. 
  • Serves as a binder in processed meats, sausages, and snack foods. 

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

  • Used as an excipient in tablets and capsules for binding and disintegration. 
  • Serves as a filler and diluent in powder formulations. 
  • Acts as a carrier in controlled-release drug delivery systems. 

Secondary Uses 

Industrial Applications

  • Used in paper manufacturing as a surface sizing and coating agent to improve printability and strength. 
  • Employed in textile industry for fabric finishing and starching. 
  • Used in adhesives and glue formulations due to its natural bonding properties. 

Cosmetics and Personal Care

  • Acts as an absorbent powder in cosmetic formulations such as face powders and baby powders. 
  • Used as a texture enhancer and stabilizer in creams and lotions. 

Household Applications

  • Used in homemade slime and craft products for its thickening and gelatinizing properties. 
  • Acts as a natural carpet and fabric cleaner absorbent.
PRODUCT KEY FEATURES

1. Basic Identification Attributes

  • Chemical Name (IUPAC): Poly-D-glucopyranose (starch) 
  • Common/Trade Name: Corn Starch Food Grade 
  • CAS Number: 9005-25-8 
  • HS Code: 1108.12.00 
  • Molecular Formula: (C6H10O5)n (polysaccharide) 
  • Synonyms: 
    • Maize starch 
    • Corn flour (in some regions) 
    • Zea mays starch 

 

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

  • Physical State: Fine powder 
  • Color & Odor: White; odorless 
  • Melting Point: Decomposes before melting 
  • Boiling Point: Not applicable 
  • Density: Approximately 1.5 g/cm³ (bulk density) 
  • Solubility: Insoluble in cold water; swells and forms viscous paste in hot water 
  • pH (1% solution): 4.5 - 7.0 
  • Gelatinization Temperature: 62–72°C 
  • Stability: Stable under dry conditions; sensitive to moisture and microbial contamination 

 

3. Safety & Hazard Attributes

  • Hazard Class (GHS): Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) 
  • NFPA Ratings: 
    • Health: 0 
    • Flammability: 1 (dust may be combustible) 
    • Reactivity: 0 
  • Exposure Limits: No specific OSHA PEL; use dust control measures to prevent inhalation 
  • Toxicity: Non-toxic, non-irritant, edible 
  • Reactivity: Inert under normal conditions 

 

4. Storage & Handling Attributes

  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture and contaminants 
  • Container Type: Food-grade sealed bags or containers 
  • Shelf Life: Typically 1–2 years if stored properly 
  • Special Handling: Avoid dust generation and inhalation; keep dry to prevent caking and spoilage 

 

5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

  • FDA Status: GRAS for food use (21 CFR §182.1400) 
  • Food Additive Code (EU): E1400 
  • REACH Status: Registered as a food ingredient in the EU 
  • Transportation: Not classified as hazardous 
  • Waste Disposal: Can be disposed of as organic waste or composted 

 

6. Environmental & Health Impact

  • Ecotoxicity: Low environmental impact; biodegradable 
  • Persistence: Biodegradable in soil and water 
  • Bioaccumulation: Not expected to bioaccumulate 
  • Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity: Not carcinogenic or mutagenic 

Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable

SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
  • Safety Handling Precautions

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

  • Dust mask or respirator (if dusty) 
  • Safety goggles if dust is airborne 
  • Protective gloves (optional) 

Handling Measures:

  • Avoid inhaling dust 
  • Use proper ventilation in storage and handling areas 
  • Prevent moisture contact to avoid microbial growth 

Storage Measures:

  • Keep containers tightly sealed 
  • Store away from strong oxidizers or chemicals that could cause contamination 

Hygiene Practices:

  • Wash hands after handling 
  • Avoid eating or drinking in handling areas 

 

First Aid Measures

  • Inhalation: Remove to fresh air if dust inhaled; seek medical attention if breathing difficulty occurs 
  • Skin Contact: Generally safe; wash with water if irritation occurs 
  • Eye Contact: Rinse with water if dust irritates eyes 
  • Ingestion: Safe if ingested in normal food amounts; seek medical advice if large quantities swallowed 

 

Firefighting Measures

  • Fire Hazards: Combustible dust hazard under certain conditions 
  • Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or CO₂ extinguishers 
  • Special Precautions: Avoid creating dust clouds; use proper respiratory protection for firefighters 
  • Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides and water vapor when burnt