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Food Chemistry
Maltodextrin
Formula:
(C6H10O5)n
GOST/CAS:
CAS 9050-36-6
Maltodextrin (a highly soluble organic component obtained by the enzymatic hydrolysis of plant starch) is a versatile, multi-functional carbohydrate that serves as a key agent for texture improvement, thickening, stabilization, and shelf-life extension in food products. The product is a fine, free-flowing white to light cream powder that is highly soluble in water, featuring a neutral to slightly sweet taste profile. Due to its high hygroscopicity and moisture-binding capabilities, maltodextrin is indispensable in the production of confectionery, bakery goods, dairy products, infant formula, sports nutrition, as well as dry mixes and sauces.
Applications
Confectionery and Bakery Industry: Functions as a bulking agent and sweetness regulator. It delays the staling process in baked goods, optimizes the consistency of fillings, and prevents the crystallization of glazes and caramels.
Dairy Products and Ice Cream: Utilized as an effective structure stabilizer and fat replacer. It imparts a smooth, creamy texture, enhances the organoleptic properties of low-fat products, and prevents the formation of large ice crystals.
Infant and Sports Nutrition: Serves as an easily digestible energy source (carbohydrate component) with a lower glycemic index compared to pure glucose. It prevents rapid blood sugar spikes and is hypoallergenic.
Dry Mixes, Sauces, and Snacks: Acts as an ideal carrier and filler for flavorings, colorants, and spices (encapsulation). It prevents caking and clumping in dry concentrates, instant soups, mayonnaises, and ketchups.
Key Advantages
Excellent Texturizing Properties: Effectively increases viscosity, adds body, and provides a smooth, creamy consistency to liquid and paste-like systems without altering the original flavor profile.
High Solubility and Processability: Dissolves rapidly and completely without residue in both warm and cold water, blending perfectly with all types of food ingredients, hydrocolloids, and proteins.
Ideal Flavor Balance: Features a very low sweetness level (low Dextrose Equivalent — DE value), allowing it to be used in high volumes without the risk of oversweetening the final product.
Natural and Safe: Manufactured exclusively from natural raw materials (corn, potato, or wheat starch), completely digestible by the body, non-toxic, and GMO-free.
Storage & Transportation
- Store in dry, clean, well-ventilated warehouse premises, isolated from heat sources and foreign odors, at a relative air humidity not exceeding 70–75%.
- Recommended storage temperature range: +5°C to +25°C. Protect from direct sunlight.
- Avoid packaging damage and contact with moisture, as the product is highly hygroscopic and prone to caking when damp.
- Transportation is permissible by all types of covered transport in compliance with standard freight regulations. The product is non-hazardous (not classified under ADR/GGVS regulations). Shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture.
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Technical Specifications
Appearance
Fine, amorphous powder, white to light cream in color
Taste & Odor
Neutral or mildly sweet, free from foreign odors
Dextrose Equivalent (DE)
10 – 20% (depending on the grade)
Moisture Content
≤ 6.0%
pH (10% aqueous solution)
4.0 – 6.0
Ash Content
≤ 0.5%
Solubility in Water
Complete, forming a clear or slightly opalescent solution
Supply info
- Multi-layer paper kraft bags with an inner polyethylene liner of 25 kg (standard packaging for powder form).
- Delivery on pallets secured with stretch or shrink wrap to prevent moisture ingress.
- Bulk shipment options available in big bags (flexible intermediate bulk containers) ranging from 500 to 1000 kg for large wholesale orders.