Easy on the starch: advances in biotech and processing lead to new starch solutions.

Food Processing, May, 1998 by Juttelstad, Ann

Innovative applications of potato and corn starch were made possible by innovations in food processing and biotechnology. According to Penford Food Ingredients Co., the use of potato starch as clear coatings and as premier film former has contributed to the increase in the sales of potato starch in the 1990s. Cost savings and longer shelf times were two of the factors that influenced the success of coated french fries. Similarly, Cerestar is planning to use corn starch in its commercial development of betacyclodextrins, a flavor carrier and protectant.

New developments in biotechnology and manufacturing are making possible even better options for users of starch and carbohydrate products. In addition, ingredient manufacturers are continuing their efforts to use starches in...

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