Cassava Flour - American International Foods, Inc.

What is Cassava Flour?

Cassava flour is a type of flour made from the root vegetable cassava. Cassava flour is gluten-free, grain-free, and nut-free, making it suitable for those with gluten allergies or sensitivities.

It’s important to note that cassava flour is different from tapioca flour, although both are derived from the cassava plant.

Cassava Flour Distributor & Supplier Information

For questions regarding cassava flour pricing, fill out the price request form linked below. For complete technical specifications and other inquiries, please contact one of our sales representatives.

Information About Cassava Flour

Application

A natural gluten-free alternative, cassava flour is a valuable ingredient in a variety of products, including snacks, pastas, sauces, and as a thickening agent in soups and gravies.

Formulation

As more consumers seek gluten free options, cassava flour rises in popularity due to its versatile properties as a substitute. It does not compromise taste or texture, and holds excellent binding capabilities, aiding in texture and the structure of baked goods and other formulations. Furthermore, cassava flour has good moisture retention properties, contributing to the freshness and shelf life of products.

Specification

Appearance: Cassava flour typically has a fine, powdery texture, similar to other common flours like wheat or rice flour.

Particle size: Variable – can range from fine powder to granular form.

Flavor: Cassava flour has a mild, neutral flavor. It doesn’t have a strong taste of its own. Compared to some other alternative flours, cassava flour tends to be less distinctive in taste, allowing it to blend well with other ingredients.

Starch content: Predominantly composed of starch, ranging from 70-85% or more.

About AIFI - A Cassava Flour Supplier & Distributor

American International Foods, Inc. is a leading cassava flour supplier with an additional full service portfolio of over 2500 food and beverage ingredients. We offer one of the most extensive lines of flours distributed to manufacturers and processors in the food, beverage, pet food, health and nutrition sectors. With a strategic nationwide warehouse network and our reliable just-in-time deliveries, we can supply your business with high quality flours at competitive prices.