Dextrose Monohydrate is a pure crystallized dextrose. It is used as a sweetener, a fermentation substrate, a humectant or a carrier in a large scope of applications such as confectionery, bakery, snacks, beverages and dairy products. Dextrose Monohydrate is the monohydrate form of D-glucose, a natural monosaccharide and carbohydrate. Dextrose serves to replenish lost nutrients and electrolytes. The agent provides metabolic energy and is the primary ingredient in oral rehydration salts (ORS) and is used in intravenous (IV) fluids to provide nutrients to patients under intensive care who are unable to receive them by the oral route. Solutions containing dextrose restore blood glucose levels, provide calories, may aid in minimizing liver glycogen depletion and exerts a protein-sparing action. Dextrose also plays a role in the production of proteins and in lipid metabolism.

Characteristics

It is a white powder with a refreshing sweet taste and bland odor. Dextrose purity is minimum 99.5%.

Properties

* Bulk sweetener with high sweetening power

* Refreshing agent, flavor enhancement

* Texture optimization: bulking agent, binder, softness

* Browning agent * Humectant

* Carrier and dispersing aid, de-dusting agent

* Freezing point depression

* Stabilizer: cryoprotection, water retention

* Low crystallization temperature

* Fermentation substrate

Production Process

It is produced by enzymatic hydrolysis of starch, followed by purification, concentration, crystallization and drying.

Nutrition and Health Properties

* High Glycemic Index (100) * High osmolality * Energy source - Caloric value: 4 kcal/g