Chemical Composition of Wheat

Chemical Composition of Wheat

Wheat is an important grain due to its use primarily in obtaining flour. The structure of wheat, which contains water, carbohydrates, protein, fat, cellulose, mineral substances, enzymes and vitamins, varies depending on the region where it grows.

The average amount of substances in wheat should be as follows:
• Water - 12%
• Carbohydrate - 70%
• Protein - 12%
• Fats - 2%
• Cellulose - 2.2%
• Ash - 1.8%

The presence of the above substances within the desired limits affects the wheat quality and the product to be obtained. At the same time, lipids, cellulose, vitamins and enzymes are other chemical properties analyzed in wheat.