Altia Barley Starch® is produced from pure, non-GMO Finnish barley, cultivated under strict quality standards. To ensure consistent performance and reliability, customised barley varieties have been developed in collaboration with leading plant research organisations.
Our sustainable sourcing model guarantees full traceability back to the harvesting farms, ensuring the highest level of transparency and product integrity. Barley Starch® contains no preservatives or additives, offering a clean-label solution that meets modern consumer expectations.
Produced at the Altia Koskenkorva Plant in Finland — the world’s only 100% dedicated barley alcohol and starch facility since 1987 — Barley Starch® benefits from a unique, integrated starch–ethanol process. This advanced system delivers exceptional purity, uniform quality, and environmental efficiency.
During production, large-particle A-starch is used to manufacture Barley Starch®, while the small-particle B-starch is utilised for ethanol fermentation. This approach maximises resource efficiency and minimises waste, ensuring a sustainable and cost-effective process.
The Koskenkorva Plant operates as a modern starch–distillery complex, with an annual output of approximately 60 million kilograms of Barley Starch® and 30 million litres of 96% Barley Alcohol, all derived from pure Finnish barley.
the worlds only dedicated barley starch producer
differentiation
Barley Starch® offers exceptional opportunities for product differentiation in today’s competitive food and beverage market, where success is driven by the use of natural, high-quality ingredients.
With barley as its raw material, Barley Starch® is a 100% natural product of superior quality and distinct Finnish origin — four attributes that together provide a powerful competitive advantage.
By incorporating Barley Starch® into your formulations, you can enhance product innovation, elevate natural appeal, and set your brand apart with a truly authentic and functional ingredient.
in application
Barley Starch® is produced from pure, non-GMO Finnish barley, cultivated in the clean Nordic environment. Our sustainable sourcing model ensures full traceability back to the harvesting farms, guaranteeing consistent quality and transparency throughout the supply chain.
Working with specialised contract farmers, we maintain environmentally controlled growing conditions. Barley is cultivated close to the production facility, minimising transport needs and reducing environmental impact. Finnish farms are typically small and require no irrigation, further contributing to the crop’s low ecological footprint.
To ensure exceptional quality and reliability, customised barley varieties have been developed in collaboration with plant research organisations. These unique strains are used exclusively in the production of Altia Barley Starch®, ensuring control across the entire barley production chain — from field to finished ingredient. Throughout this process, food hygiene, ethical standards, and environmental sustainability are key priorities.
Barley Starch® is a native, non-modified starch containing no preservatives or additives, offering a clean-label solution with no E-numbers. There are also prospects for organic and gluten-free alternatives.
Our production is certified under the Oiva food safety system, which transparently communicates inspection results to consumers through an online rating system. You can view our Oiva report to see our excellent record in food safety and quality assurance.
Versatile and functional, Barley Starch® serves as a novel ingredient across brewing, beverage, and food industries, while also being used in non-food applications such as paper and board production.
Barley Starch® is a registered trademark, representing a unique blend of purity, sustainability, and innovation — from arctic nature to modern industry.