Dextrose monohydrate
Keyword：
Sweetener、Nutritional Agent、Filler
Product Introduction：
Dextrose Monohydrate is a white, crystalline powder with a sweet taste and no odor. It has the molecular formula C₆H₁₂O₆·H₂O and a molecular weight of 198.17 g/mol. Freely soluble in water and slightly soluble in alcohol, it is stable under normal conditions. Derived from starch hydrolysis, it serves as a primary source of energy in food, pharmaceutical, and fermentation applications.
Characteristics：
Dextrose Monohydrate provides a quick energy source with excellent sweetness and digestibility. It is widely used as a sweetener, energy supplement, and formulation ingredient in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and fermentation industries for consistent performance and reliable quality.
Specifications：
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Appearance |
White crystal or powder, odorless and a little sweat |
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Specific rotation |
+52~53.5degree |
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Acidity |
≤1.2ml |
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De-Equivalent |
≥99.5% |
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Chloride |
≤0.02% |
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Sulphate |
≤0.02% |
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Insoluble matter in alcohol |
Clear |
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Sulfite and soluble starch |
Yellow |
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Moisture |
≤9.5% |
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Ash |
≤0.2% |
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Iron |
≤0.002% |
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Heavy metal |
≤0.002% |
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Arsenic |
≤0.0002% |
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Color dots |
≤50cfu/50g |
Applications：
1、Food and Beverage Industry:
Used as a sweetener, energy booster, and fermentation substrate in baked goods, confectionery, dairy products, beverages, and processed foods. It enhances flavor, balances sweetness, improves browning, and provides an immediate energy source.
2、Nutritional and Health Products:
Incorporated in sports drinks, energy powders, and dietary supplements to provide rapid energy replenishment and aid post-exercise recovery. Suitable for athletes and individuals needing quick carbohydrate intake.
3、Fermentation and Biotechnology:
Acts as a carbon source for microbial growth in fermentation processes for producing antibiotics, amino acids, vitamins, and enzymes. Ensures stable fermentation performance and consistent product yield.
4、Animal Feed Industry:
Added as an energy supplement in livestock and poultry feed to enhance feed palatability, promote growth, and support metabolic health.
5、Personal Care and Cosmetics:
Used as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent in lotions, creams, and cosmetic formulations to improve moisture retention and skin texture.
Packaging and transport：
The standard packaging is a 25KG bag. Both packaging and transport meet the international regulations. For the availability of other packed quantities, please contact us.
Dextrose monohydrate is not classified as a dangerous good according to national and international transport regulations.