Description
Description
Maize germ is an endosperm of maize obtained by the wet milling process of maize seed. It is rich in oil content. Oil is extracted from germ and used in industrial applications.
Applications
- Majorly used for extracting oil for industrial and for cooking food.
Functionality
Specifications
Poured bulk density0.42 g/ml min.
| PARAMETER | TEST RESULTS |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Seed with fibrous matter |
| Colour | Light yellow to mat yellow |
| Odour | Fragrance of oil |
| Taste | NA |
| Physical and Chemical Values | |
| Moisture content | 5.0% max. |
| % Fat content | 45% max |
| Energy Value | 4620 Kcal/kg |
| (Calculated on 100 g commercial product) | |