What is Corn Gluten Feed?

Corn Gluten Feed (CGF) 18% is a corn wet-milling byproduct containing around 18% crude protein and digestible fiber. It is used as an energy and protein ingredient in ruminant, swine and aquaculture feeds.

Which animals benefit most from CGF?

CGF is commonly used in cattle, sheep and other ruminant diets as a source of digestible fiber and protein. It can also be included in swine and aquaculture formulations as a cost-effective energy ingredient.

How does CGF compare to DDGS?

Both CGF and DDGS are corn byproducts used as energy-protein ingredients. CGF typically contains around 18% protein, while DDGS varies by ethanol plant. Choice depends on local price, nutrient profile and availability.

What is the protein content of your CGF?

Our Corn Gluten Feed contains approximately 18-19% crude protein. Batch-specific COA is provided with every shipment.

How is CGF packaged and shipped?

CGF is supplied in 50kg bags or 1000kg jumbo bags, container loaded from main Chinese ports with full export documentation.

Corn gluten feed CGF 18% for cattle and dairy rations

Corn Gluten Feed 18% (CGF)

Corn gluten feed (CGF) is a premium raw material from corn wet-milling. With 18%–19% protein, steady energy, excellent palatability and high cost-effectiveness, it is an economical energy and protein source for cattle, sheep, poultry, helping reduce feed cost.

Cattle – dairy & beef Sheep & goats Swine Poultry Aquaculture – fish & shrimp

Ruminant energy & fiber Fermentable fiber Beef & dairy cattle Ruminant mineral Cost-effective

Corn gluten feed CGF 18% protein feed ingredient sample

Applicability

Corn Gluten Feed 18% (CGF)

Premium feed raw material for animal nutrition

Product introduction: Corn Gluten Feed is a by-product of the wet-milling process of maize (corn starch and corn gluten meal production). The corn bran is sprayed with corn steep liquor and dried, creating an economical feed raw material that provides energy, with excellent palatability and high cost-effectiveness.

Nutritional value

Protein content of 18%–19%, significantly higher than corn itself;
Medium energy level, can partially replace corn as an energy source in feed formulas;
Loose texture and good palatability; usually priced lower than corn and soybean meal, helping reduce feed cost.

Suitable for

Ruminants (main users): dairy cows, beef cattle, buffalo, sheep and goats – as a source of energy to support milk production and weight gain;
Poultry: chickens (layers) and ducks, at suitable inclusion rates;
Aquaculture: omnivorous fish such as carp and grass carp, at low inclusion levels;
Others: rabbits and horses.

Advantages

Economical energy and protein ingredient (protein ~18–19%) – suitable as a fiber and energy source in ruminant diets.

Fermentable fiber source – supports rumen function when included in beef and dairy rations.

By-product of corn wet milling – a cost-effective ingredient alongside corn, soybean meal and other by-products.

Suitable for cattle, sheep and goats; can also be included at moderate levels for swine and poultry.

Third-party COA on every batch – verifiable protein, fiber and mineral results.

Stable bulk density – suitable for bulk container loading.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Crude protein	≥ 18.0%
Crude ash	≤ 8.0%
Crude fibre	≤ 15%
Moisture	≤ 10%

Packing & Shipping

Commercial details

Packing25kg PE moisture-proof bag, or 1000kg jumbo bag
MOQ10 MT (trial order accepted; better unit price for a full 20ft container)
Loading quantity25-26 MT per 20ft FCL, depending on the product
Loading portFOB main China ports: Qingdao, Tianjin, Shanghai, or your preferred port
DocumentsCOA, packing list, commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificate of origin (Form E for ASEAN; RCEP certificate available)
Lead time7-12 working days after 30% T/T deposit received. Add 3-5 working days for custom packaging. Up to 15 working days in peak season.