Ortiva^® Rice Starch (Native)

Ortiva^® Rice Starch from Nature’s Ingredients, Inc. is a native (non-modified) rice starch that delivers dependable performance, neutral taste, and clean-label appeal for modern food and beverage formulations. Produced from high-quality rice using gentle, non-chemical processing, Ortiva^® Rice Starch provides effective thickening, binding, and texturizing properties—without the allergens, GMO concerns, or label complexity associated with chemically modified starch systems.

Why Choose Ortiva^® Rice Starch?

As consumer demand continues to move away from chemically modified ingredients, native starches offer a simpler, more transparent solution. Ortiva^® Rice Starch provides functional performance while allowing brands to maintain short, recognizable ingredient statements.

Because it is native and non-modified, Ortiva^® Rice Starch:

• Supports cleaner labels without chemical descriptors
• Aligns with organic and natural product positioning
• Offers predictable performance without formulation complexity

Functional Advantages in Formulation

Ortiva^® Rice Starch performs reliably across a wide range of product formats and processing conditions, making it a versatile choice for both conventional and specialty formulations.

Functional Attributes

• Controlled viscosity development for soups, sauces, and beverages
• Texture and body enhancement in dairy alternatives and desserts
• Binding and structure support in bakery and snack applications
• Freeze–thaw stability in frozen and refrigerated systems
• Fat-mimetic properties to improve mouthfeel in reduced-fat formulations

Clean-Label Advantage

Ortiva^® Rice Starch supports simplified ingredient statements and global regulatory alignment. Its native, rice-based origin and non-chemical processing make it an ideal solution for brands prioritizing transparency, digestibility, and broad consumer acceptance.

Simply Rice, Simply Functional

Other Ortiva^® Rice Ingredients
Available in Organic and Non GMO versions

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Ortiva^® Rice Syrups

Clean Label Designed for Functional Sweetening & Performance

Nature’s Ingredients, Inc.’s Ortiva^® Rice Syrup Solids 30 DE and Ortiva^® Rice Syrup Liquids 32 DE & 42 DE are plant-based sweetening solutions engineered to perform as clean-label alternatives to traditional corn syrups, glucose syrups, and refined sugars. Naturally derived from rice, these syrups are gluten free, vegan, hypoallergenic, and allergen friendly – supporting today’s demand for simplified labels and transparent ingredient sourcing.

Made by naturally converting rice starch into sugars through a carefully controlled process, Ortiva^® Rice Syrups deliver predictable dextrose equivalent (DE) values that allow formulators to precisely manage sweetness intensity, viscosity, fermentability, and solids contribution. Their neutral flavor profile allows finished products to maintain intended taste integrity without unwanted cereal or bitter notes.

With a clean flavor profile and available in both natural amber and clear color options, Ortiva^® Rice Syrups integrate seamlessly into formulations without masking delicate flavors or altering visual appeal. Their carbohydrate composition supports consistent energy release, making them particularly well suited for nutrition bars, beverages, bakery, snacks, and sports and wellness products where performance and digestibility matter.

Unlike traditional corn-based sweeteners, rice syrups are perceived as a more natural alternative and align well with plant-based, organic, and “simply made” positioning. Ortiva^® Rice Syrups are free from fructose and lactose, offering formulators flexibility in meeting consumer demand for alternative carbohydrate sources.

Functional Sweetening from Rice and Why DE Matters

Understanding Dextrose Equivalent (DE) is critical to selecting the correct rice syrup for your formulation. DE directly impacts sweetness, viscosity, osmotic pressure, and processing behavior.

Comparison: DE Levels at a Glance

With Ortiva^® Rice Syrups, formulators gain:

• Controlled sweetness without artificial sweeteners
• Tunable viscosity for beverages, bars, and baked goods
• Improved process-ability during pumping, mixing, and thermal treatment
• Enhanced mouthfeel and texture without added gums
• Reduced crystallization compared to sucrose
• Support for clean-label and “made with rice” claims

Simply Rice, Simply Functional

Other Ortiva^® Rice Ingredients
Available in Organic and Non GMO versions

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Ortiva^® Rice Milk Powder

Ortiva^® Rice Milk Powder is a clean-label, plant-based dairy alternative made from brown rice. It delivers a smooth, dairy-like taste with dependable functionality.

Naturally hypoallergenic, it is free from lactose, dairy proteins, soy, nuts, gluten, cholesterol, and saturated fat, making it well suited for products formulated for broad consumer appeal and wellness-focused positioning.

Brown rice provides naturally occurring B vitamins, key trace minerals, and inositol, supporting clean nutrition claims without added fortification. Unlike conventional rice milk powders that rely on rice syrup solids, maltodextrins, gums, and stabilizers, Ortiva^® Rice Milk Powder contains just one - Ingredient: Brown Rice.

With a mild, slightly sweet flavor and excellent dispersibility, it integrates easily into beverages, smoothies, bakery products, nutritional powders, and desserts – offering a dependable dairy alternative that supports both product performance and label simplicity.

Nature’s Ingredients has added Ortiva^® Rice Milk Powder 9% (Item #NARNMK9R & NARCMK9R) that are suitable for retort applications.

Ortiva^® Rice Milk Powder Retort is engineered to deliver functionality and stability during thermal processing, including retort temperatures of up to approximately 121°C (250°F). Its neutral to mildly sweet sensory profile supports broad compatibility with both savory and sweet formulations, while enabling simplified label declarations, consistent processing outcomes, and high-quality sensory performance in shelf-stable food and beverage systems.

To support a wide range of processing and application needs, Ortiva^® Rice Milk Powders is available as Organic or Non-GMO in the following grades:

• HARNMK9/HARCMK9 – Rice Milk Powder 9%
• HARNMK20/HARCMK20 – Rice Milk Powder 20%
• NARNMK9R/NARCMK9R – Rice Milk Powder 9% for Retort Applications – Specially formulated to perform under high heat and extended processing conditions.

Simply Rice, Simply Functional

Other Ortiva^® Rice Ingredients
Available in Organic and Non GMO versions

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Ortiva^® Rice Protein 90% - Hydrolyzed
Rice Collagen Peptides 90%

The Future of Collagen is Plant-Based

Ortiva^® Rice Collagen Peptides deliver the functional and nutritional benefits consumers associate with collagen—in a clean, plant-based format that is gluten-free, hypoallergenic, highly digestible, and fast dispersing. Produced through controlled hydrolysis, Ortiva^® proteins are broken down into low–molecular weight peptides, enabling rapid solubility, easy incorporation, and consistent performance across food, beverage, and supplement applications.

These peptides exhibit excellent water solubility, low viscosity contribution, and minimal impact on flavor or color, allowing for higher protein fortification without negatively affecting sensory attributes. Their small peptide size supports efficient digestion and absorption, making them well suited for products targeting active nutrition, wellness, and everyday protein supplementation.

From a formulation standpoint, Ortiva^® Rice Collagen Peptides offer broad functional versatility. They disperse readily in hot or cold systems, remain stable across a wide pH range, and perform well in ready-to-mix powders, RTD beverages, bars, gummies, and baked applications. The mild, neutral flavor profile eliminates the need for masking systems, simplifying formulation and improving finished-product appeal.

Collagen-style peptides are widely valued for their association with beauty-from-within, joint support, mobility, and overall wellness. Ortiva^® Rice Collagen Peptides enable brands to deliver these benefits in a plant-based, allergen-conscious format that aligns with evolving consumer preferences for clean, effective, and inclusive nutrition.

Simply Rice, Simply Functional

Other Ortiva^® Rice Ingredients
Available in Organic and Non-GMO versions

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