Dehydrated Raw Banana Powder
High-resistant-starch raw banana powder for diabetic-friendly formulations, infant weaning foods, gluten-free baking, and prebiotic functional ingredients.
- Moisture
- ≤6%
- Shelf Life
- 12–18 months in sealed packaging
Applications
- Diabetic-friendly and low-glycaemic index food formulations (resistant starch slows glucose absorption)
- Infant weaning food and baby cereal formulations — bland taste, high carbohydrate density
- Gluten-free flour substitute in baking — flatbreads, pancakes, and specialty baked goods
- Prebiotic ingredient in functional foods and gut-health supplement blends
- Sports and endurance nutrition for sustained energy release applications
- Soup, sauce, and processed food thickener and texture modifier
Technical Specifications
| Form | Fine to medium powder |
|---|---|
| Moisture Content | ≤6% |
| Colour | Cream to light yellow |
| Taste / Aroma | Mild, starchy, faintly astringent, neutral banana character — distinct from ripe banana sweetness |
| Shelf Life | 12–18 months in sealed packaging |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, below 25°C. Raw banana powder is hygroscopic — store in airtight packaging and reseal promptly after each use. Moisture absorption causes clumping and starch degradation. |
| Packaging Options | 25 kg multiwall paper bag (inner PE liner), 50 kg multiwall paper bag (inner PE liner) |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is raw banana powder different from ripe banana powder?
Raw (unripe) and ripe banana powders are functionally very different products. Raw banana powder is made from green, unripe fruit: it is starchy, mildly astringent, and low in sugar — with high resistant starch content suitable for diabetic-friendly and infant food applications. Ripe banana powder is sweet, high in simple sugars, and suited for flavouring, confectionery, and snack applications. They are not interchangeable in formulation. ThermDry supplies raw banana powder specifically.
Is raw banana powder suitable for infant and baby food formulations?
Yes. Raw banana powder is a traditional ingredient in Indian infant weaning food preparations. It is bland, easily digestible (when cooked), dense in calories, and free from major allergens (gluten, nut, soy, dairy). Our powder is produced under FSSAI-licensed conditions with full batch traceability. Buyers producing regulated infant food products are responsible for compliance with applicable national regulations (e.g., Codex STAN 074 for processed cereal-based foods for infants). We supply CoA and microbiological testing reports with each shipment.
Can raw banana powder be used as a wheat flour substitute in gluten-free products?
Raw banana powder can replace wheat flour partially or fully in applications such as flatbreads, rotis, pancakes, and some baked goods. Its binding properties differ from wheat gluten — the starch structure and absence of gluten means the texture of final products will differ. Blending with other gluten-free flours (such as rice flour) typically gives better textural results than using banana powder alone. We recommend formulation trials before full-scale adoption.
Do you provide a Certificate of Analysis with each shipment?
Yes. A batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is provided with every shipment, covering the standard quality parameters listed under product specifications.
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