Product description: Maltodextrin is a carbohydrate derived from starch sources like corn, wheat, or potatoes. It is produced through partial hydrolysis, breaking down the starch into shorter chains of glucose molecules. This process results in a white or off-white powder that is neutral in taste and easily digestible. Maltodextrin is widely used in various industries due to its unique properties and versatility.
Features
High glycemic
index
Rapidly absorbed by the body and serves as a quick source of energy.
Neutral
taste
Does not alter the flavor of food products.
Versatile
application
Can be used as a food additive, thickener, stabilizer, and sweetener.
Key Benefits
High GI
Carbohydrate
Provides rapid energy.
Easily
digestible
Quickly absorbed and utilized by the body.
Versatile
functionalities
Used for thickening, viscosifying, binding, and film-forming in various applications.
Functionality
Thickening
Enhances the consistency of sauces, soups, and other liquid products.
Viscosifying
Improves the viscosity and body of food products.
Binding
Acts as a binding agent in pharmaceutical and food products.
Film
forming
Inhibits crystallization and prevents grainy textures in frozen products.
Enhances texture, increases shelf life, and improves overall food quality. Commonly used in snacks, baked items, dairy products, and beverages.
Improves fabric feel and appearance, adds weight, and ensures a temporary finish.
Enhances the sweetness of food products, and is often used with other sweeteners in powdered drink mixes, desserts, and low-calorie foods.
Used in sports and energy drinks to provide quick energy for athletes and those engaged in intense physical activities.
Acts as a bulking agent in nutritional supplements and meal replacement products, provides additional calories and carbohydrates.
Used as a filler in capsules and tablets, and as a binding agent, emulsifier, and moisture retainer in cosmetics.
Parameters | UOM | Limits |
---|---|---|
Physical appearance | White to cream color, fine fluffy powder | |
Moisture content | % Max | 5.00 |
DE (Dextrose Equivalent) | Low DE: 12-16, High DE: 24-30, Standard DE: 16-24 | |
Sulfate ash | % Max | 0.50 |
pH | 4.5 - 6.5 | |
Solubility | % Max | 98 |
Color in Solution | Colorless |
25 Kg airtight PP outer bags with LDPE inner liner
25 Kg paper bags with LDPE inner liner