Molekula
Starch from potato
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Starch from potato is a natural polysaccharide derived from potato tubers, used as a thickening agent, binder, and stabilizer in food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. It appears as a white to off-white powder, is soluble in hot water, and has a molecular formula of (C6H10O5)n with a CAS number of 9005-25-8. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Starch from potato from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
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250 g — £35.00 per pack ex VAT · £42.00 inc. VAT
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500 g — £43.40 per pack ex VAT · £52.08 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £64.00 per pack ex VAT · £76.80 inc. VAT
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Tell us how much you need and when — drums, IBCs, sacks or a one-off bulk lot. We'll manufacture or source it and come back with a price.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Water | To be reported |
| Salmonella | Negative/25g |
| pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Escherichia coli | Negative/1g |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤ 250 cfu/g |
| Whiteness(457 nm blue light reflectivity) | ≥92 |
| Brabender Peak | ≥1.000BU |
| Aerobic mesophilic bacteria | ≤ 10000 cfu/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90018757 |
| CAS Number | 9005-25-8 |
| Molecular Formula | (C6H10O5)n |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 35051000 |
| Tariff Code | 3505109000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is potato starch used for?
Potato starch is commonly used as a thickening agent in food products, in pharmaceuticals for tablet binding, and in industrial applications such as adhesives and paper coating.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potato starch?
The formula is (C6H10O5)n; molecular weight varies due to its polymeric nature and is not fixed.
How should potato starch be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, in a dry, cool place, protected from moisture and contamination.
What grade of potato starch does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies food-grade potato starch suitable for culinary and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply potato starch in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply potato starch in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of potato starch?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
Ready to order or need a custom pack?
Tell us the product, grade, and quantity — Molekula usually responds within one working day with pricing and lead time.