Ingredient Deep-Dive: Texturants

Changing perceptions of food and beverages has created a more adventurous consumer with an appetite that goes beyond taste, seeing a shift in preference towards well-rounded sensory experiences, including texture. Leveraging on texture as a recently identified mega trend can differentiate your products in the market to deliver the right mouthfeel.

Did you know? Tate & Lyle has over 250+ specialty starches in our portfolio, each designed with a specific purpose in mind. Our range includes solutions that can be used in numerous applications ranging from basic thickening agents to distinctive functionalities designed for specific product categories, including bakery, dairy, soups, sauces and dressings.

Why so many? Well, that's because delivering on texture across different food and beverage products is complex. From crunchy to creamy and everything in between, there’s no one solution to texture challenges. But, through comprehensive systematic reviews and randomized control trials, Tate & Lyle’s scientific-led, innovative approach uses groundbreaking research to develop new processes and solutions to help you overcome your latest texture challenges.

We offer complete texture support at every step, and Tate & Lyle continues to invest in plants, quality, and supply chain security, so you’ll get what you need when you need it. Get personalized support to find the right mouthfeel solution.

Need to know more?

Download our Global E-book on Mastering Food Texture

As always, please contact us with any questions. We love a good challenge.