Bulk Arrowroot Powder
Formulators reach for bulk arrowroot powder when they need a starch that thickens cleanly: a glossy, clear result with no starchy or cereal taste, from a single-ingredient, gluten-free root. It is the extracted starch of the arrowroot rhizome (Maranta arundinacea), washed, settled, dried and milled into a fine white powder that is 95–97% starch.
Source86 supplies arrowroot powder in conventional and certified organic grades. Most supply comes from established processors in India, with an additional source in China. Food manufacturers, gluten-free bakeries, baby- and specialty-food brands and personal care formulators buy it in 20–25 kg lined bags. USDA Organic, EU Organic, Kosher, Halal and Fair for Life documentation is available on request.
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Product Data
| Botanical Identity | Maranta arundinacea |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Arrowroot powder, arrowroot starch, arrowroot flour |
| Plant Part Used | Rhizome |
| Ingredients | 100% arrowroot |
| Available Grades | Conventional, Organic |
| Appearance | Fine, free-flowing powder; white to off-white |
| Odor and Flavor | Characteristic, neutral |
| Moisture | 10–13% max |
| Origin | India, China |
| Particle Size | 98–100% through 80 mesh (0.15–0.18 mm) on fine grades; 90% through 50 mesh on standard grades |
| Packaging | 20–25 kg kraft or PP bags with heat-sealed PE liner |
| Shelf Life | 12 to 24 months |
| Storage Conditions | Cool and dry (below 25°C, under 65% RH), sealed, away from strong odors; the powder is hygroscopic and absorbs odors |
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Certifications & Compliance
Source86 supplies bulk arrowroot powder with documentation commonly required for commercial ingredient sourcing and supplier qualification.
Documentation available upon request: Certificate of Analysis (COA) · Specification sheet · Nutritional information · Allergen statement · Country-of-origin documentation · Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Certifications and statements (availability may vary by supplier, origin and production lot): USDA Organic (NOP) · India Organic (NPOP) · EU Organic · Naturland · Bio Suisse · Fair for Life · Kosher (Star-K) · Halal
Producing facilities hold food safety certifications that vary by supplier, including FSSC 22000, BRC, ISO 22000 and HACCP.
Specs on select grades include aflatoxin, ochratoxin A, multi-residue pesticide screening and extended pathogen testing (Salmonella absent in 375–750 g). These results can be shared per order.
Production & Sourcing
India is the main source of commercial arrowroot powder. Source86 works with several Indian processors, including certified organic and fair trade operations, plus a Chinese processor. This keeps volume available across conventional and organic programs.
How It’s Produced
- Harvesting: Rhizomes are harvested about 8 to 10 months after planting, once mature.
- Washing and Peeling: Rhizomes are washed and trimmed to remove soil, skin and fiber.
- Grating and Extraction: Rhizomes are grated into a pulp, then washed with water to release the starch.
- Settling and Purification: The starch slurry is sieved and settled, then rewashed until the starch is clean and white.
- Drying: The starch is air-dried to low moisture.
- Milling and Sieving: Dried starch is milled and sieved to a fine, uniform powder, then metal-detected and packed.
Applications
- Sauces, Gravies and Soups: Thickens with a clear, glossy finish and no starchy flavor.
- Gluten-Free Bakery: Blended with gluten-free flours for lighter texture and moisture retention.
- Desserts and Fillings: Puddings, custards, fruit fillings and pie glazes.
- Gluten-Free Pasta and Noodles: Adds binding and structure.
- Snacks and Crackers: Crispness and binding in chips, crackers and bars.
- Specialty and Infant-Style Foods: A single-ingredient thickener in purees and teething-style biscuits. Formulators must confirm regulatory suitability per market.
- Personal Care: An absorbent base in dry shampoos, talc-free body powders and deodorants.
Functionality
Builds viscosity at lower cooking temperatures than many cereal starches.
Produces a transparent, glossy gel suited to glazes and clear sauces.
 Adds no starchy or cereal taste.
Holds ingredients together in gluten-free doughs and snacks.
Absorbs moisture in dry-blend and personal care uses.
Physical & Functional Characteristics
- Appearance: Fine, free-flowing, silky powder.
- Color: White to off-white.
- Taste and Odor: Neutral and characteristic.
- Composition: Approx. 357 kcal and 88 g carbohydrate per 100 g, with under 0.5 g protein and fat.
- Dietary Suitability: Plant-based, vegan, gluten-free, grain-free and free from major allergens. Single-ingredient.
Benefits for Commercial Manufacturing
- Clean-Label Thickener: A single-ingredient alternative to modified starches.
- Organic and Fair Trade Options: Several certified organic and Fair for Life sources are available.
- High-Purity Starch: 95–97% starch with low ash supports consistent viscosity from lot to lot.
- Extensive Safety Testing: Mycotoxin, pesticide and large-sample pathogen testing on select grades supports QA approval.
- Multi-Supplier Sourcing: Several Indian processors plus China support continuity.
