Maize Grits for Extrusion Snack Processing – Bulk Supply from Wigmore Trading
Extruded snacks—such as puffed curls, rings, chips, and cereal puffs—have become a staple of the modern snack industry. At the heart of these crunchy, shelf-stable products is a critical input: maize grits. For snack manufacturers using extrusion technology, sourcing the right size, moisture content, and quality of maize grits is essential to maintaining texture, expansion, and product consistency.
This article explores how maize grits are used in extrusion snack processing, the key specifications needed for efficient production, and how Wigmore Trading delivers clean, consistent, and scalable supply to food factories in Nigeria and West Africa.
What Are Maize Grits?
Maize grits are coarsely milled particles obtained from dry milling of yellow or white corn. The granule size is carefully controlled to suit specific food applications—particularly extrusion, where grit uniformity directly impacts product texture and expansion.
Why Maize Grits Are Ideal for Extruded Snack Production
1. Excellent Expansion Quality
Maize grits contain high starch content, making them perfect for puffing during high-pressure extrusion.
2. Uniform Texture and Crunch
A consistent grit size ensures a predictable product structure and reduces machine clogging or uneven extrusion.
3. Neutral Flavor
Their mild, adaptable taste makes maize grits suitable for both sweet and savory snacks.
4. Cost-Effective
As a locally available grain in Nigeria, maize grits offer an affordable raw material for snack production.
Key Specifications for Snack-Grade Extrusion Grits
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Grit Size | Fine to medium (0.3–1.2 mm) |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 13% |
| Color | Yellow or white maize |
| Processing | Dry-milled, dehulled, screened |
| Oil Content | Low (≤ 1%) to reduce spoilage |
| Contaminants | Free from husks, dust, aflatoxins |
Snack manufacturers often calibrate their extruders based on the granule size of the input. That makes uniform grit granulation critical to avoid waste and production inconsistencies.
Common Sourcing Challenges for Snack Manufacturers
Despite Nigeria’s maize production volume, snack factories face:
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❌ Inconsistent Grit Size – affects expansion, causes uneven product texture
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❌ Microbial Risks – poor milling practices can introduce molds or toxins
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❌ Limited Bulk Supply – especially for factories scaling production
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❌ Documentation Gaps – lack of product specs or traceability for QA processes
Wigmore Trading – Reliable Supplier of Maize Grits for Extrusion Snacks
At Wigmore Trading, we help snack producers secure industrial-grade maize grits tailored for extrusion processing.
✅ Custom Granule Sizes
Available in fine or medium grits based on your equipment needs and desired snack texture.
✅ Food-Grade Certified
Our maize grits are hygienically milled, screened, and packaged to meet food manufacturing standards, with full traceability.
✅ Bulk Supply with Flexible Packaging
We offer volumes from 5MT to 200MT+, packed in 25kg, 50kg, or jumbo bags suitable for factory use.
✅ Nationwide and Export Delivery
We serve snack factories across Nigeria—Lagos, Ogun, Anambra, Kaduna—as well as exporters to Ghana, Benin, and the UAE.
✅ Quality Documentation
We provide spec sheets, moisture test results, and certificates of origin upon request for quality audits and regulatory checks.
Wigmore Trading can help your snack line achieve consistency and scale with premium maize grits tailored for extrusion.
Conclusion
For extrusion-based snack factories, maize grits are more than a raw ingredient—they are the foundation of every puff, curl, and crunch. Ensuring uniform grit quality and timely supply is crucial to product consistency and production efficiency.
Contact Wigmore Trading today to secure clean, extrusion-grade maize grits—delivered in bulk, certified, and ready to support your snack production goals.
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