There are many types of starches, derived from maize, wheat, potato, tapioca, rice…etc. The most important crops for the production of starch in Europe are maize, wheat and potato while tapioca is from Asiatic countries.

Different starches have different properties and are applied in the food industry for nutritional, technological, functional, sensorial and even aesthetic purpose.

Applications
· Confectionery · Canned & bottled food · Frozen foods
· Food powders · Bakery products · Pasta products
· Spreads · Baby food · Dairy desserts
· Soups & sauces