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Pea starch

Pea starch suppliers and sourcing guide

Pea starch is the starch fraction of yellow field peas (Pisum sativum), recovered as a co-product when peas are wet-milled to make pea protein. The starch is separated from fiber and protein, washed, dried and milled. It is relatively high in amylose, so it forms firm, short-textured gels and sets quickly on cooling. It is used in glass noodles, meat and dairy alternatives, sauces, coatings and as a filler or diluent in supplements.

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Also known as
Pisum sativum starch · Native pea starch · Yellow pea starch
Facts checked
November 2026

Forms and grades of pea starch

Suppliers sell different products under the same name. Specify the one you need.

  • Native pea starch

    Unmodified starch, the most common form, for gels, noodles and binding.

  • Pregelatinized

    Precooked and dried to thicken without heating, for instant mixes.

  • Physically modified or functional native

    Heat-treated starches that resist breakdown without chemical modification, sold for clean-label products.

  • Organic

    Starch from certified organic peas, offered by fewer suppliers.

What to check on the COA

Compare each result with your own specification when the lot arrives.

Starch purity
Starch content on a dry basis, often with residual protein reported.
Moisture
Loss on drying, typically against a supplier maximum.
Viscosity profile
Paste viscosity by Brabender or Rapid Visco Analyser, showing gelatinization and setback behavior.
pH, ash and whiteness
pH of a slurry, ash content and color or whiteness index.
Heavy metals
Lead, and often arsenic, cadmium and mercury, by ICP-MS or AAS against the supplier's specification or Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) limits.
Microbiology
Total plate count, yeast and mold, coliforms and Salmonella.

Storage, lots and expiry

Storage and shelf life

Store pea starch sealed in a cool, dry place off the floor and away from strong odors; starch picks up moisture and odors and can grow mold if it gets damp. Shelf life is set by the supplier's specification, with retest of moisture and microbiology for older stock.

Lots and expiry dates

Residual protein, viscosity profile and color can vary with pea crop and process, so record them from each COA. Note the country of origin and any allergen statement for legume-sensitive labels.

Regulatory status

Facts from regulators and standards bodies, each linked to its source.

This is general information, not regulatory advice. Status differs by country and by how the ingredient is used, so check the rules for your product and market.

Pea starch suppliers

Manufacturers and distributors whose own websites say they sell it.

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Frequently asked questions

What forms of pea starch can brands buy?

Common forms include native pea starch, pregelatinized, physically modified or functional native and organic. Ask each supplier for the specification sheet of the exact grade they quote.

What should the COA for pea starch include?

Expect starch purity, moisture, viscosity profile, pH, ash and whiteness, heavy metals and microbiology, each with its method, specification and result for that lot.

How should pea starch be stored?

Store pea starch sealed in a cool, dry place off the floor and away from strong odors; starch picks up moisture and odors and can grow mold if it gets damp. Shelf life is set by the supplier's specification, with retest of moisture and microbiology for older stock.

What is the regulatory status of pea starch?

Health Canada's Natural Health Products Ingredients Database lists pea starch, from the seed of Pisum sativum, with non-medicinal purposes as a diluent and filler.

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