Cargill launches C☆iGum modified starches for corrugated board production
Cargill has introduced its C☆iGum line of modified starches designed to optimize adhesive performance and machine efficiency in corrugated board manufacturing.
The adhesive properties in corrugated board production significantly impact both operational speed and bond reliability. As corrugator machines become more complex, the role of starch—the core component of these adhesives—has shifted from a basic commodity to a technical performance driver.
Traditionally, starch selection has relied on botanical sources such as corn, wheat, potato, and pea, often requiring manufacturers to add synthetic rheology modifiers to manage viscosity and heat response. This approach has led to increased complexity in adhesive preparation and higher production costs. Cargill’s C☆iGum line aims to simplify these formulations by providing a modified starch that offers higher viscosity and more dynamic temperature responsiveness during the gelling process.
By optimizing the starch functionality for both carrier and secondary application phases, C☆iGum is intended to maintain stable adhesive distribution during storage while improving film dosage on applicator rolls. This technical shift is designed to support the requirements of high-speed production environments where precision in the glue gap is critical.