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Side-by-Side Comparison Flours & Starches

Arrowroot Powder (Starch) vs. Cornstarch (Pure Maize Starch)

Comparing 2 standards across 8 specifications. 7 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Arrowroot Powder (Starch)
Cornstarch (Pure Maize Starch)

Arrowroot powder is refined starch extracted from the rhizomes of Maranta arundinacea. Per 100g, it provides 357 kcal, 88.2g carbohydrates (3.4g fiber), 0.3g protein, and 0.1g fat, thickening acidic liquids without cloudiness.

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Cornstarch is pure refined endosperm starch from corn (Zea mays). Per 100g, it provides 381 kcal, 91.3g carbohydrates (0.9g fiber), 0.26g protein, and 0.05g fat, gelatinizing into a translucent gloss at 62°C–72°C.

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Specification Comparison Table

8 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
357 kcal 381 kcal
Protein / Gluten Potential
0.30 (Pure Starch) g 0.26 (Pure Starch) g
Carbohydrates
88.2 g 91.3 g
Dietary Fiber
3.4 g 0.9 g
Total Fat
0.10 g 0.05 g
Ash Content
0.30 % 0.09 %
Starch Gelatinization Temp
65 – 70 °C (149–158°F) 62 – 72 °C (144–162°F)
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free Naturally Gluten-Free