Production Methods
Following the transformation of corn starch into dextrose syrup utilizing a double enzyme technique, several additional steps are required to refine the product dextrose monohydrate. These steps include removing residues, discoloration, and salts through ion-exchange processes. Subsequently, the syrup undergoes further treatment involving concentration, crystallization, dehydration, abstersion, evaporation, and other pertinent processes.
Definition
Dextrose Monohydrate, commonly recognized as glucose, is a type of simple sugar, or monosaccharide. Chemically, glucose has the ability to assume various forms, but only one, known as delta-glucose or "right-handed glucose," occurs naturally. Dextrose monohydrate serves as the food industry's designation for delta-glucose. This sugar is entirely natural, occurring in fruits, vegetables, and numerous manufactured goods.
General Description
Dextrose monohydrate is a white crystalline powder, is a commonly used food additive and is also used in medicine and cosmetics.
Industrial uses
Food-grade dextrose monohydrate finds extensive application across various food and beverage products, serving as a substitute for sucrose due to its sweeter taste. Moreover, it serves as a vital raw material in pharmaceutical facilities for manufacturing Vitamin C, sorbitol, and other essential compounds.
Applications (Food Grade):
Direct Edibility: Dextrose monohydrate is safe for consumption and can enhance the taste, quality, and affordability of confections, cakes, beverages, biscuits, torrefied foods, medicinal drugs, jams, jellies, and honey products.
Texture and Shelf Life: Its incorporation in cakes and torrefied foods helps maintain softness and extends their shelf life.
Solubility: Dextrose Powder readily dissolves, making it suitable for use in beverages and cold foods.
Industrial Applications: The powder serves as a crucial component in the artificial fiber industries.
Market Acceptance: With properties akin to high maltose syrup, dextrose powder enjoys wide acceptance in the market, facilitating its utilization across various industries.
