Ingredion formulates gelling starch for dairy applications

WESTCHESTER, ILL.  — Ingredion Inc.’s Novation Indulge 2940 functional native corn

starch was formulated for dairy and dairy alternative products. The ingredient may provide a gelled-like texture for those applications.

The ingredient also may provide a clean label for consumers and manufacturers.

 “Consumers increasingly expect all of the products they buy to be made with recognized and accepted ingredients, and at the same time provide a satisfactory eating experience,” said Nick Ferraro, global senior strategic marketing manager, Clean & Simple Ingredients, Ingredion. “With Novation Indulge 2940, food brands can formulate popular products — such as yogurts, puddings, processed cheese and vegan cheese — that satisfy both the increasing demand for clean labels and the growing dietary requirements of consumers, and all with an ideal texture.”