| Moisture | ≤10% |
| Starch | ≥50% |
| Gelatinization | ≥85% |
| Ash | ≤5% |
The application advantages of pre-gelatinized sweet potato starch in pet food can be summarized from three core dimensions: solubility, process adaptability and product quality optimization. It can fully meet the production needs of pet food and the consumption requirements of pets.
After high-temperature and high-shear treatment, it has high solubility and can be directly dissolved in cold water with a fast dissolution speed, simplifying the raw material mixing process in the production of pet food.
Retaining the distinct natural flavor of sweet potatoes can endow pet food with unique sensory characteristics, enhance the flavor recognition of the product, and attract pets to eat.
It has a high degree of gelatinization, and the digestion and utilization rate after consumption by pets is also higher, reducing the burden on the stomach and intestines. It is especially suitable for pets with weak digestive functions such as puppies and elderly dogs.
It has good compatibility with low-temperature baking processes. While providing excellent adhesion and ensuring stable food formation, it can also facilitate smooth demolding of products and enhance production efficiency.
It can make pet food present a smooth and flat appearance, while enhancing the water and oil retention and anti-aging properties of the product, and extending the shelf life of the food.
It can enhance the luster, crispness and ease of preparation of pet food, optimize the eating experience from multiple aspects such as appearance and taste, and meet the pets' demands for the taste of food.