Fresh Food Firmly Rooted in
Peas.
Build Better Fresh Pet Food with PURIS Pea Ingredients
Natural binding. Moisture control. Clean-label performance.
Fresh food that holds together naturally.
The
Science of
Fresh
Food
Stability
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.
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.
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.
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.
PURIS Pea Protein Fines Performance
A clean, concentrated plant protein designed to elevate nutritional density in pet food while maintaining simple, natural ingredient decks.
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High-protein: Delivers >75% protein with all essential amino acids, supporting balanced nutrition for dogs and cats when paired with complementary proteins.
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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.
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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.
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.
*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
Pea Fiber
Inclusion Rate: 1 - 2%
Key Benefits:
Cold-binding,
moisture retention
Starch
Inclusion Rate: 2 - 4%
Key Benefits:
Light-gelation,
structure support
Hull Fiber
Inclusion Rate: 1 - 2%
Key Benefits:
Fiber enrichment,
calorie control
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
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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.
U.S.-grown, vertically integrated supply
Non-GMO, allergen-friendly, gluten-free
Organic available across entire portfolio
Clean-label alternative to carrageenan, gums, and modified starches