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Starch from corn

Synonym(s):

Corn starch, Starch from maize

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
(C6H10O5)n
CAS Number:
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352201
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.21

biological source

corn

Quality Level

form

solid

color

white

useful pH range

4.0 - 7.0

storage temp.

room temp

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Application

Starch from corn has been used:
  • in microencapsulation of probiotic bacterial culture(1)
  • as a part of model system in sensory analysis of starch-thickened products(2)
  • in fabrication of porous silicon nitride ceramic materials(3)

Other Notes

Unmodified regular corn starch containing approx. 73% amylopectin and 27% amylose
To gain a comprehensive understanding of our extensive range of Polysaccharides for your research, we encourage you to visit our Carbohydrates Category page.

Storage Class Code

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

nwg

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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