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Side-by-Side Comparison Flours & Starches

Cornstarch (Pure Maize Starch) vs. Potato Starch

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

Comparing:
Cornstarch (Pure Maize Starch)
Potato Starch

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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Potato starch is pure native starch extracted from potatoes (Solanum tuberosum). Per 100g, it provides 357 kcal, 83.1g carbohydrates (0.5g fiber), 6.9g protein fraction, and 0.1g fat, creating high-viscosity glossy sauces.

View full Potato Starch spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

8 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
381 kcal 357 kcal
Protein / Gluten Potential
0.26 (Pure Starch) g 6.90 g
Carbohydrates
91.3 g 83.1 g
Dietary Fiber
0.9 g 0.5 g
Total Fat
0.05 g 0.10 g
Ash Content
0.09 % 0.40 %
Starch Gelatinization Temp
62 – 72 °C (144–162°F) 60 – 65 °C (140–149°F)
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free Naturally Gluten-Free