11 - Dried Vital Wheat Gluten Powder || Wheat Products || HSN:11090000

Major Importing Countries - Common Names

• United States (Vital Wheat Gluten)

• European Union (Wheat Gluten)

• Canada (Wheat Gluten Powder)

• China (Wheat Protein)

• Japan (Dried Wheat Gluten)

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Available Types for International Trade

• Vital wheat gluten powder

• Wheat gluten concentrate

• Gluten isolates

• Organic wheat gluten

• Bulk and retail packaging options

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Indian Government Classification

Attribute Description

HSN Code 11090000

Category Chapter 11 – Milling Industry; Malt; Starches; Inulin; Wheat Gluten

Subcategory Wheat gluten, whether or not dried

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Technical Data Points

• Nutritional Properties:

o High protein content (above 75%)

o Low fat and carbohydrate

o Rich in glutenins and gliadins (functional proteins)

o Free from major allergens except gluten-sensitive individuals

o Low moisture content

• Physical Properties:

o Fine, light powder

o Pale cream to white color

o Excellent water absorption and retention

o Consistent particle size and flow properties

• Chemical Properties:

o Low ash content

o Stable pH suitable for food application

o Free from chemical additives or preservatives

• Mechanical Properties:

o High elasticity and dough strengthening

o Good binding and texturizing in meat alternatives

• Manufacturing:

o Obtained by wet milling of wheat flour

o Processed under hygienic, ISO-certified facilities

o Batch quality control protocols

• Industrial Use:

o Enhances bread and baked product quality

o Used as a meat substitute in plant-based products

o Ingredient in pasta and noodles

o Used in pet foods and feed industries

• Market Overview:

o Growing demand due to rise in vegan and health-conscious consumption

o Increasing use in gluten-enriched food products globally

• Packaging:

o 25kg and 50kg food grade bags

o Jumbo bags for industrial buyers

• Shipping:

o INCO Terms available: FOB, CFR, CIF catering to buyer preferences

o Export via coastal ports: Mumbai, Nhava Sheva, Chennai, Kolkata

• Payment Terms:

o Full advance, Sight Letter of Credit (LC), or negotiated combination

• Certificates:

o FSSAI, ISO 9001, HACCP, APEDA

o Export documentation including certificates of origin

• Taxation (India, Export):

o GST applicable at 5%

o Export incentives applicable under Government schemes

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Differences between Wheat Gluten Powder & Wheat Flour

• Wheat Gluten Powder: Mainly protein component extracted from wheat flour with little starch content, used for its elastic properties in food manufacturing.

• Wheat Flour: Whole ground wheat grain containing starch, proteins, fiber, and other nutrients, used broadly in baking and cooking.

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Company Profile: Kaizen BMS

Kaizen BMS is a Government of India-recognized global exporter specializing in industrial products and raw materials. We provide contract manufacturing and merchant exporting with a focus on export-ready, high-quality wheat gluten powder. Our compliance with international food safety standards and efficient logistics ensures reliable global supply and sustainable buyer partnerships.