Protein Meals & Alternative Proteins
Corn Gluten Meal
Also known as: CGM · Maize gluten meal · 60% CGM
High-protein by-product of wet corn milling. 60% CP, xanthophyll pigment carrier prized for yellow yolk and broiler skin colour.
Applications by species
broilerslayersswinesalmontrout
Top global export origins
United States China European Union
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Certifications & quality standards
GMP+ FAMI-QS
Buyer considerations
Advantages
- Natural xanthophyll source — replaces or reduces synthetic pigments
- High energy density and rumen-bypass protein for dairy
Constraints & risks
- Deficient in lysine — must be balanced with synthetic lysine or SBM
- Limited inclusion in poultry due to leucine/isoleucine imbalance
Frequently asked questions
How does CGM affect egg yolk colour?
CGM delivers ~200 ppm xanthophylls. Adding 3–5% typically pushes yolk Roche colour fan score by 2–4 points without synthetic pigment.
Is corn gluten feed the same as corn gluten meal?
No. Corn gluten feed (CGF) is 21% CP fibrous ruminant feed; CGM is 60% CP concentrated protein for monogastrics.
What are typical CIF prices for CGM?
Range historically €500–850/t CIF EU. Request live quotes via the RFQ Builder for your discharge port.