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Peas.

Build Better Fresh Pet Food with PURIS Pea Ingredients 
Natural binding. Moisture control. Clean-label performance.

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Fresh pet food

Fresh food that holds together naturally.

The
Science of
Fresh
Food
Stability

Pea Starch
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Natural Structure & Moisture Management

Pea starch provides natural structure and moisture control in fresh and refrigerated pet food systems. Its controlled gelatinization supports texture integrity while maintaining strong nutritional performance.

  • Controlled Gel Formation (75–90°C)
    Partial gelatinization creates a light, functional gel for sliceable, cohesive texture.
  • Moisture Control
    Supports water retention and product integrity in high-moisture systems.
  • Nutritional Performance
    Low glycemic index (~30) and >95% digestibility (Carciofi et al., 2008).

Pregelled Pea Starch*

Clean Thickening with Natural Positioning

  • Instant Functionality
    Partial gelatinization (75–90°C) enables rapid viscosity and light gel formation.
  • Replaces Modified Starches
    Provides clean thickening and texture without chemically modified ingredients.
  • Supports “All Natural” Claims
    Ideal for premium and minimally processed pet food lines.
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Pea Hull Fiber
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Digestive Support & Calorie Management

Pea Hull Fiber offers concentrated insoluble fiber to support digestive health and calorie management. It contributes to stool quality while enabling balanced formulation strategies.

  • ~80% Total Dietary Fiber
    Primarily insoluble fiber to promote digestive regularity.

  • Calorie Dilution
    Supports weight management and portion control strategies.

  • Improves Stool Quality
    Contributes to firmer, well-formed stools.
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Whole Pea & Pea Byproducts
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Complete Plant Nutrition with Label Simplicity

Whole peas and pea-derived ingredients provide a naturally balanced source of protein, starch, and fiber. They deliver functional nutrition with clean-label appeal and cost efficiency.

  • All-in-One Nutrient Source
    Balanced blend of starch, fiber, and protein, including essential amino acids for dogs and cats.

  • Cost-Effective Nutrition
    Efficient ingredient solution without sacrificing performance.

  • Clean-Label Friendly
    Labeled as peas or pea flour and supportive of AAFCO natural claims.
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Internal Pea Fiber
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Advanced Water Binding & Emulsion Stability

Internal Pea Fiber enhances water retention and structural stability in high-moisture applications. It helps maintain emulsion integrity while supporting simplified, egg-free and gum-free formulations.

  • Up to 10x Water-Binding Capacity
    Improves yield, moisture retention, and structural stability.

  • Prevents Syneresis
    Reduces water and fat separation in refrigerated applications.

  • Enables Egg-Free, Gum-Free Binding
    Supports clean-label formulation in high-moisture systems.
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Pea Protein Fines
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PURIS Pea Protein Fines Performance

A clean, concentrated plant protein designed to elevate nutritional density in pet food while maintaining simple, natural ingredient decks.

  • High-protein: Delivers >75% protein with all essential amino acids, supporting balanced nutrition for dogs and cats when paired with complementary proteins.

  • Fine, functional texture: Ultra‑fine particle size ensures even blending and smooth, consistent performance in extrusion, retort, and cold‑formed systems across kibble, wet food, fresh diets, and treats.

  • Clean-label, sustainable protein: A single‑source, AAFCO‑compliant natural ingredient that enables “high‑protein” and “grain‑free” claims while supporting whole‑plant utilization and a low carbon, North American supply chain.

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The PURIS Solution

Our U.S.-grown, non-GMO pea ingredients are purpose-built to solve the toughest challenges in fresh and refrigerated pet food naturally.  

Pea Starch
Light gelation with gentle cooking
Adds firmness, binds juices, supports clean slicing
Pea Pregelled Starch
Cold thickening & binding
Adds firmness, binds juices, supports clean slicing without heat
Pea Solubles*
Natural flavor & moisture enhancer
Adds umami, binds moisture, supports clean-label flavor enhancement
Internal Pea Fiber*
Cold-binding & moisture retention
Binds water/fat without high heat, improves sliceability, prevents purge
Pea Flour / Splits**
Balanced nutrition & label simplicity
Provides starch, protein, and fiber in one ingredient
Pea Hull Fiber**
Calorie control & digestive support
Adds bulk, reduces calorie density, improves stool quality
Pea Protein Fines**
Protein fortification
Fortifies protein maintaining a natural claim

*Be part of PURIS’ early innovation cycle. Request samples at sales@purisfoods.com for these innovative ingredients under development.
**Raw agricultural ingredient. Not ready‑to‑eat. Further heat processing is required to achieve microbial control.

What makes fresh pet food hard to get right?

  • Binding high-moisture, high-meat formulas without extrusion or gums 
  • Preventing water separation and soggy textures 
  • Maintaining sliceable, moist structure in rolls and patties 
  • Avoiding eggs, gelatin, or synthetic binders 
  • Delivering clean-label, kitchen-style ingredient lists 

Typical Inclusion Rates in Fresh Food 

Internal
Pea Fiber

Inclusion Rate: 1 - 2%

Key Benefits:

Cold-binding,
moisture retention
Pea
Starch

Inclusion Rate: 2 - 4%

Key Benefits:

Light-gelation,
structure support
Pea
Hull Fiber

Inclusion Rate: 1 - 2%

Key Benefits:

Fiber enrichment,
calorie control
Pea
Flour

Inclusion Rate: 5 - 10%

Key Benefits:

Nutritional base,
texture support

Fresh Food FAQs

Why is internal pea fiber important for fresh or refrigerated pet food?

 Internal pea fiber acts as a cold temperature binder, maintaining cohesive structure without extrusion or gums, making it ideal for minimally processed, high moisture foods.  

What does pea starch contribute to refrigerated loaves or rolls?

 Pea starch gently gelatinizes during light cooking, adding firmness and a clean, sliceable structure.  

How does pea hull fiber support calorie control in fresh meals?

 Pea hull fiber dilutes caloric density while adding bulk, helping maintain healthy weight without reducing food volume.  

Do whole pea ingredients add functional benefits to fresh food?

 Yes, they contribute nutrition, improve natural appearance, and simplify labels by combining multiple functions in one ingredient.  

Why is moisture binding so critical in fresh food, and which pea ingredient helps most?

 Fresh food is prone to water release (“purge”), and internal pea fiber is the strongest natural moisture binder for preventing it.  

Sustainability

Life Cycle Assessment Results | Pea Protein and Starch

Our pea protein boasts a carbon footprint that’s over three times less than some whey protein concentrates and an impressive
up to 45% lower than other plant proteins. This isn’t just a minor improvement; it firmly establishes PURIS® Pea Protein as one of the
most sustainable protein sources available today, giving your products a powerful edge.
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Why Puris?

PURIS provides the ingredients and support that help pet food brands
build cleaner, more functional products from a trusted domestic source.

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U.S.-grown, vertically integrated supply
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Non-GMO, allergen-friendly, gluten-free
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Organic available across entire portfolio
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Clean-label alternative to carrageenan, gums, and modified starches

Lets Build Better Fresh Food Together