CODEX STAN 301R-2011 Regional Standard for Edible Sago Flour (Asia)

1. SCOPE
This standard applies to Edible Sago Flour obtained from the processing of the pith or soft core of palm tree (Metroxylon sp.) intended for direct human consumption. This standard does not apply to products obtained from cassava tubers (tapioca), which are called sago flour in some region.
2. DESCRIPTION
2.1. Product Definition
Edible Sago flour is the product prepared from the pith or soft core of palm tree be like sago palm (Metroxylon sp.) by a mechanical treatment (pounding, grinding, milling) followed by soaking and settling, then drying.