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Description: Pregelatinised, chemically modified food starch refined from waxy maize.

Appearance: Fine white/creamy powder.

Label declaration recommendation: Modified Starch

EU Classification: E1442

Applications: ULTRA-TEX 4 is a high performance, cold water swelling modified waxy maize based food starch. It imparts arich, creamy mouthfeel while providing a short, smooth heavy bodied texture. ULTRA-TEX 4 is recommended wherever thetextural characteristics of a premium cook up starch are required without cooking. However, it is extremely versatile as itpromotes the convenience of providing instant viscosity but it will also withstand high shear or high temperature conditions.ULTRA-TEX 4 has excellent freeze-thaw stability.

Applications include: cold processed salad dressings and emulsified sauces; dry mix sauces and gravies; microwave sauces;cold or hot processed fruit pie fillings; chilled and frozen applications.

Usage information: ULTRA-TEX 4 will develop viscosity and texture as soon as it comes into contact with cold or hot water. Itis recommended that ULTRA-TEX 4 is dry blended with other ingredients particularly sugar, or dispersed in oil to aid itsdispersion into water. The viscosity of ULTRA-TEX 4 is stable at high temperatures in both neutral and acid systems (pH=3).

Typical usage levels in liquid systems could be 2-5%.

Packaging: 50 lb multiply paper sacksBag labelling includes batch code and unique bag number, label declaration and best before date.

Delivery format: Sold in pallet loads, smaller quantities available from distributors.40 bags per pallet, stretch wrapped with bottom sheetPallet type: Blue chep (1200 x 1000 cm); wood; returnableUnit pallet weight: 907 kg

Storage and handling: Store in a clean, dry, well-ventilated warehouse at ambient temperature and away from odorousmaterials. Ideal storage conditions are 10-25C and < 65% relative humidity. Handle sensibly to minimise the formation of dustand the build up of static electricity.

Shelf life: 24 months from date of manufacture if stored correctly. Best before dates printed on each bag.

Safety data: While not regarded as "Hazardous", food starches such as ULTRA-TEX 4 are fine organic powders and, as such,they can give rise to a nuisance dust which has the potential to cause a dust explosion. ULTRA-TEX 4 has been produced inaccordance with all relevant EU, local and national legislation and in compliance with the required standards for food safety andhygiene. An official Safety Data Sheet is available on request.

The information given is offered in good faith, but without guarantee. No patent liability is assumed. National Starch & Chemical, Prestbury Court, Greencourts BusinessPark, 333 Styal Road, Manchester M22 5LW UK. Tel 44-161-435-3200, Fax 44-161-435-3300

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Supply specification (physical & chemical data):Brabender viscosity: 950 min. BU peak (CML B113T: 4.6%, 95C 10 mins, pH 3)Moisture content: 10% max., as packed (CML 116: 2 hrs, 140C)pH: 4.5-7.0 (CML 100A: 20% aqueous suspension)

Supply specification (microbiological data):International Committee for Microbiological Standards for Food (ICMSF) methodology:

m M n cTotal viable count (TVC): 1,000 10,000 5 3 /g (CML 261)Yeasts: 50 200 5 3 /g (CML 268)Moulds: 50 200 5 3 /g (CML 268)E. Coli : 0 0 5 0 /g (CML 263)Salmonella : 0 0 5 0 /25g (CML 264)

Thermophilic anaerobic and aerobic spores: conforms to NFPA (National Food Processors Association, USA) tests NCA1 & NCA2 (NationalCanners Association, USA).

Notes: m = Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) target valueM = maximum permissible valuen = number of samples to be taken and analysedc = compliance (i.e. maximum number of samples allowable between m & M

Typical Data (*):Moisture content: 12-14 % (Equilibrium at 23C & 50% rel. humidity)Ash content < 0.5 %, dry basis (CML 113: 575C 25C)Bulk density - loose: approx. 500 kg/m3 (CML 158B)Bulk density - tapped: approx. 650 kg/m3 (CML 177A)

ICMSF Microbiological data: m M n cEnterobacteriaceae: 10 100 5 2 /g (TP 4103)S. Aureus: 20 100 5 2 /g (TP 4106)Bacillus Cereus: 20 100 5 2 /g (TP 4108)Clostridium Perfringens: 0 20 5 2 /g (TP 4105)Group D Streptococci: 0 10 5 2 /g (TP 4107)Total Mesophilic Anaerobes: 20 20 5 2 /g (TP 4105)Listeria Species: 20 100 5 1 /25g (TP 4121)Listeria Monocytogenes: 0 0 5 0 /25g (TP 4121)

(*) While this information is typical of ULTRA-TEX 4 it should not be considered as a specification.

The information given is offered in good faith, but without guarantee. No patent liability is assumed. National Starch & Chemical, Prestbury Court, Greencourts BusinessPark, 333 Styal Road, Manchester M22 5LW UK. Tel 44-161-435-3200, Fax 44-161-435-3300Note: 'CML' and 'TP' test methods refer to National Starch internal test method codes.________________________________________________________________________________Author PT 27-07-2000 Last Edited JS 05-02-2001 Ref PDS/501101 Page 2/5

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Nutritional Data(*):Carbohydrate: 97% min., dry basis (Calculation) - of which sugars Typically 0%, 2% max., dry basisProtein: 0.5% max., dry basis (Kjeldahl)Fat: 0.15% max., dry basis (CCl4 extraction) - of which saturated 0.1% max., dry basis- cholesterol None detectedEnergy: 3.75 kCal/g (16.0 kJ/g), dry basis (Calculation)Dietary fibre (AOAC): < 1% for the cooked starch (Literature)SO2: 50 mg/kg max., dry basis (CML 136A)

Minerals:Sodium (Na): 200 mg/100g, dry basis (F.E.S/A.A.S)Calcium (Ca): 5 mg/100g, dry basis (F.E.S/A.A.S)Magnesium (Mg): 2 mg/100g, dry basis (F.E.S/A.A.S)Iron (Fe): 0.1 mg/100g, dry basis (F.E.S/A.A.S)Potassium (K): < 1.0 mg/kg, dry basis (F.E.S/A.A.S)

Total heavy metals: 10 mg/kg max., dry basis (Colorimetry)Arsenic (As): 1 mg/kg max., dry basis (A.A.S. / polarography)Lead (Pb): 1 mg/kg max., dry basis (A.A.S. / polarography)Cadmium (Cd): 0.1 mg/kg max., dry basis (A.A.S. / polarography)Mercury (Hg): 0.05 mg/kg max., dry basis (A.A.S. / polarography)Copper (Cu): Typically < 1.0 mg/kg, dry basis (A.A.S. / polarography)Zinc (Zn): Typically < 1.0 mg/kg, dry basis (A.A.S. / polarography)

Kosher certificate: Available on requestPreservatives: None usedAflatoxins: Typically < 0.01mg/kg each (B1, B2, G1, G2)Pesticides: Below detection limits (Organochlorine compounds, Organophosphorous compounds, P.C.B's,

B.H.C's, DDT, Heptachlor, Epoxide, Dieldrin, Aldrin).

Free from: Egg & egg derivatives, milk products, wheat and wheat derivatives, wheat gluten, barley, oats,rye, triticale, soya & soya derivatives, other legumes, natural colours, artificial colours, natural flavourings,artificial flavourings, benzoates, antioxidants, added MSG/glutamates, added salt, added sugars, garlic,celery, tomato, cocoa, fruits, honey, yeast & yeast extract, caffeine, nuts, nut oil, seeds, HVP, fish & marineproducts, animal products and gelatine.

(*) While this information is typical of ULTRA-TEX 4 it should not be considered as a specification.

The information given is offered in good faith, but without guarantee. No patent liability is assumed. National Starch & Chemical, Prestbury Court, Greencourts BusinessPark, 333 Styal Road, Manchester M22 5LW UK. Tel 44-161-435-3200, Fax 44-161-435-3300________________________________________________________________________________Author PT 27-07-2000 Last Edited JS 05-02-2001 Ref PDS/501101 Page 3/5

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Features of ULTRA-TEX 4 Benefits to the user &/or consumerCold water swelling since starch granules areintact

Fine powder

Good process tolerance

Excellent freeze-thaw stability

Highly functional instant starch with significantly better processtolerance than traditional pregelatinised starches. ULTRA-TEX 4provides the final viscosity in finished products similar to that ofpremium cook-up starches.

Hydrates quickly to produce a smooth, short textured product withhigh gloss/sheen which promotes a good appearance in thefinished product. It is recommended to dry blend ULTRA-TEX 4with sugar or even better to disperse in oil in order to delay itshydration thereby aiding its dispersion directly into water.

In some applications ULTRA-TEX 4 requires high energyprocessing, such as homogenising or microwave cooking to fullyhydrate the starch and achieve maximum viscosity. Offers betterprocess and bake stability over ULTRA-TEX 2 or INSTANTCLEARJEL E.

Little/no tendency to set to a gel or to exhibit syneresis; goodtolerance to varying cold storage conditions.

Applications:ULTRA-TEX 4 is highly recommended wherever an instant starch is required to perform in harsh processing conditions.

Cold processed salad dressings or emulsified sauces: An ideal application for ULTRA-TEX 4 is the preparation of instant salad dressingsor emulsified sauces. ULTRA-TEX 4 has excellent resistance to heat, acid and shear therefore ideally suited to withstand the shearencountered during homogenisation such low pH products. Typical usage levels will depend on oil content and desired viscosity but generally 2-6% is recommended. In many cases up to 10% less starch can be used compared to conventional starches to achieve the same viscosity inthese applications.

Fruit pie fillings: Since ULTRA-TEX 4 is particularly resistant to heat and acid, it is recommended for preventing boil-out in fruit pie fillings during baking.

Microwaveable sauces: ULTRA-TEX 4 can be used at 2-4% as an excellent viscosity builder in these applicationsdue to its shear tolerance. Since it hydrates with either cold or hot water, viscosity will build quicker than witha cook-upstarch and therefore eliminate the hassle involved in stirring dry mix microwaveable sauces during heating as the cook-up starch could sediment out initially. ULTRA-TEX 4 creates rich, thick and creamy textures.

Dry mixes sauces and gravies: ULTRA-TEX 4 is used in these sauces if extra process or cold storage stability isrequired over the traditional pregelatinised starches or ULTRA- TEX 2. However, ULTRA-TEX 4 offers morepremium product by imparting a richer, creamier texture.

There is a wide range of specific application formulations available for this product. Please contact your local National Starch officewhich has access to the National Starch Global Recipe Database.

The information given is offered in good faith, but without guarantee. No patent liability is assumed. National Starch & Chemical, Prestbury Court, Greencourts BusinessPark, 333 Styal Road, Manchester M22 5LW UK. Tel 44-161-435-3200, Fax 44-161-435-3300________________________________________________________________________________Author PT 27-07-2000 Last Edited JS 05-02-2001 Ref PDS/501101 Page 4/5

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The information given is offered in good faith, but without guarantee. No patent liability is assumed. National Starch & Chemical, Prestbury Court, Greencourts BusinessPark, 333 Styal Road, Manchester M22 5LW UK. Tel 44-161-435-3200, Fax 44-161-435-3300Note: 'CML' and 'TP' test methods refer to National Starch internal test method codes.

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