Potato starch is starch extracted from potatoes. Starch grains (adhesive plasters) they are contained in the cells of potato tubers. Potato starch is a pure white powder. It has the shape of characteristic large oval granules ranging in size from 5 to 100 microns. Potato starch contains a minimum amount of protein and fat. Potato starch is used to "bind" the minced meat of meatballs or meatballs, to thicken gravies and soups. Starch is needed as a thickener in juicy berry or fruit fillings of pies and other confectionery pastries, for the preparation of glazes, toppings and, of course, jelly.