Pregelatinized Starch
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Excipients
Pregelatinized Starch
Pregelatinized starch is a physically modified starch that has been pre-cooked and dried. This process partially or fully gelatinizes the starch granules, significantly altering their properties for specialized functionality. The source of the starch (e.g., maize, potato, tapioca) is important to specify.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standards Compliance | Meets IP/BP/USP/NF standards |
| Degree of Gelatinization | Varies based on grade and process |
| Moisture Content | As per standard specifications |
| pH Value | As per standard specifications |
| Particle Size Distribution | As per standard specifications |
| Microbial Limits | As per standard specifications |
Why Choose Prachin for Pregelatinized Starch
Cold Water Solubility: Disperses and swells readily in cold water, eliminating the need for heating during manufacturing
Improved Binding: Acts as a superior binder compared to native starches
Enhanced Flow Properties: Promotes smoother flow for tableting and capsule filling
Versatile Functionality: Can act as a binder, disintegrant, thickener, or texture modifier depending on the formulation
Common Applications
Pharmaceutical
Binder in wet granulation and direct compression tableting, disintegrant for tablet breakdown, thickener in syrups and suspensions
Nutraceutical
Similar applications in supplement formulation
Food
Thickener, stabilizer, texturizer in instant puddings, sauces, gravies, and improves texture in baked goods
Industrial
Adhesives, papermaking, textiles