Kuivajauhuna

Kuivajauhuna is a Finnish term that translates to "dry flour" or "flour dust". It generally refers to the fine, powdery byproduct that accumulates during the milling of grains, particularly wheat. This fine flour is distinct from the coarser flour used for baking and can sometimes be a nuisance in milling facilities due to its tendency to become airborne and create dust.

Historically and in some contexts, kuivajauhuna might have been considered a lower-grade product or a waste material from the milling process. However, depending on its purity and composition, it can have various uses. In some regions, it might be collected and further processed to create animal feed, particularly for poultry and pigs. It can also be used as a thickening agent in certain industrial applications or even in some traditional food preparations where a very fine texture is desired, though this is less common with modern milling techniques. The term emphasizes its dry, non-clumped state, differentiating it from flour that might absorb moisture. The management of kuivajauhuna is an important aspect of efficient grain milling, both for product recovery and for maintaining a safe working environment.