Cassava Flour Moisture Content & Storage Time - Henan Jinrui Cassava Processing Machine Guide

The moisture content is the important metrics of cassava flour quality, influencing the storage time of cassava flour. Generally speaking, the moisture content of high quality cassava flour is below 13.5%. In this article, Henan Jinrui, as the professional cassava flour processing machine supplier, will explore the moisture content and storage time of cassava flour processed by Henan Jinrui processing machine.

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The Moisture Content of Cassava Flour Processed by Henan Jinrui Processing Machine

Henan Jinrui's cassava processing machine controls the moisture content of cassava flour below 12% through dehydration and drying processes to ensure its stability and prevent the growth of microorganisms. This range can prevent the growth of microorganisms and agglomeration caused by excessive moisture, and prevent the powder from becoming too dry and easy to fly due to low moisture. If natural drying is used, it is greatly affected by the weather, the water evaporation is insufficient, the moisture content is between 15%-20%, and the naturally dried cassava flour often has too high impurity content.

In addition, the cassava flour processing machine configuration and the storage environment of cassava flour will affect the final moisture content. If the humidity in the finished product storage room is high, cassava flour will absorb moisture from the air, and the moisture content may rise to over 16%.

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The Storage Time of Cassava Flour

The moisture content of cassava flour will affect the storage time of cassava flour. Generally speaking, cassava flour with lower moisture content is more conducive to storage and has a longer storage time. For example, cassava flour processed by Henan Jinrui cassava processing machine with a lower moisture content of 12% and can be stored for one year under sealed conditions, while cassava flour obtained by other drying methods with a higher moisture content can be stored for six months, and is more prone to mold. In addition, the storage time of cassava flour is also affected by other factors:

Packaging and storage conditions

- Bulk and bagged cassava flour need to be sealed and stored in a dry place for 12-18months.

- Vacuum packaging cassava flour can be stored in a dark place for 18-24 months.

Environmental conditions

- Temperature: High temperature (above 30 degrees Celsius) will accelerate oxidation and shorten cassava flour storage time.

- Lighting: Long term exposure to sunlight or air can cause browning or spoilage of cassava flour. The packaging bag can use a light shielded packaging bag to increase storage time.

- Humidity: If the storage environment humidity is 70%. Cassava flour can absorb moisture from the air, leading to clumping and spoilage.

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Henan Jinrui Cassava Processing Machine for High Quality Cassava Flour Production

Henan Jinrui provides full set of cassava processing machine for high quality cassava flour production, including cleaning machine, peeling machine, grinding machine, dehydration machine, drying machine, sieving machine and packing machine. In these, the plate-frame filter press and flash dryer, as the drying equipment, become the hot selection for cassava flour processors because of the excellent drying effect. Flash dryer designed by Henan Jinrui, adopts negative press drying principle and achieves instant drying, which can get the cassava flour with 12% moisture content for a long storage time!

Overall, cassava flour processed by Henan Jinrui cassava processing machine typically have a moisture content of 12% and can be stored for 1-2 years under sealed conditions. If you want to extend the shelf life, the key is to control moisture, isolate moisture and oxygen, and maintain a cool and dry storage environment. If you have any plans for starting a cassava flour plant. You can choose reliable Chinese manufactures, such as Henan Jinrui, a professional cassava processing equipment manufactures, whose products are sold to more than 120 countries around the world. If you have any demand, please feel free to contact us!