Tamarind Kernel Powder
Tamarind Kernel Powder (TKP) by Raws and Malts is crafted from select tamarind seeds, offering high viscosity and purity for industrial-grade applications. Trusted for consistent quality and reliable supply.
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Tamarind Kernel Powder (TKP), derived from the seed of Tamarindus indica, is a biodegradable, non-toxic material gaining traction across multiple industries as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based inputs.
TKP is widely used in adhesives, textile printing, and industrial binding, thanks to its rich content of tamarind seed polysaccharides—primarily xyloglucan, which makes up over 65% of the seed. These natural compounds impart exceptional viscosity, film-forming, and water-retention properties.In textile printing, TKP acts as a highly effective natural thickener, compatible with disperse, reactive, vat, acid, and direct dyes. It forms pseudoplastic pastes that flow under pressure and instantly return to a stable form, enabling precise dye placement and sharp prints. TKP’s pH and temperature stability ensure performance across varying conditions—from alkaline vat dyeing to high-temperature steam fixation.Industrial use of TKP includes eco-friendly particle board manufacturing, where it replaces synthetic adhesives like urea-formaldehyde. When combined with PVA or citric acid, its bonding strength rivals synthetic resins, helping manufacturers reduce costs and environmental impact.
As a zero-waste, plant-based solution, TKP offers a sustainable pathway for industries seeking biodegradable alternatives—without compromising on performance or efficiency.
Tamarind Kernel Powder: Nature’s Industrial Binder
Tamarind seeds, once discarded as agricultural waste, have emerged as a valuable resource across industries. Hidden inside the tangy fruit’s hard shell, these seeds are rich in polysaccharides, proteins, and essential amino acids. When processed into kernel powder, they become key ingredients in food, textile, paper, and pharmaceutical sectors — serving roles in thickening, binding, and emulsifying. As global demand grows, tamarind seeds are redefining their role in sustainable production and cross-border trade.
Tamarind Kernel Powder: The Plant-Based Powerhouse
Tamarind Kernel Powder (TKP), derived from the hard seeds of the tamarind fruit, has emerged as a sustainable solution across industries due to its exceptional functional properties. Traditionally underutilized, the kernel’s rich composition—comprising polysaccharides, proteins, and dietary fibers—makes TKP a powerful natural thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer.
TKP plays a vital role in textile sizing, printing pastes, and jute processing. In the food industry, it enhances viscosity and shelf-life in sauces, ice creams, and dairy products. Paper and plywood manufacturers rely on its binding strength, while its bio-adhesive quality is gaining traction in eco-friendly packaging materials.
Pharmaceutical and cosmetic sectors value TKP for its biocompatibility. It is used in drug delivery systems and skincare products due to its moisture-retaining and film-forming capabilities.
As industries pivot toward biodegradable alternatives, TKP stands out as a testament to how nature’s by-products can power the future of sustainable manufacturing.
Key Properties
| Tamarind Kernel Powder – Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| D-mannose and D-galactose | Present |
| Appearance | Odorless, creamish white powder |
| Moisture Content | 06% to 12% |
| Crude Fibre | 01% to 02% |
| Protein Content | 10% to 20% |
| Viscosity (in 3% solution) | 2800 CPS |
| Color | Light creamy |
| pH (5% slurry) | 6.0 to 7.0 |
| Sieve Value – 100 mesh | 100% w/w passing |
| Sieve Value – 200 mesh | 99% w/w passing |
| Sieve Value – 300 mesh | 99% w/w passing |
| Ash Content | 01% to 03% |
| Water Absorption | High |
| Viscosity Range | Stable across broad pH range |
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