MALTRIN Maltodextrins and Corn Syrup Solids
MALTRIN maltodextrins and corn syrup solids are mixtures of glucose polymers produced by the controlled hydrolysis of corn starch. They are most often categorized by dextrose equivalence (DE). DE is a measure of reducing power compared to a dextrose standard of 100. The higher the DE, the greater the extent of starch hydrolysis, resulting in a smaller average polymer size.
MALTRIN Maltodextrins
MALTRIN maltodextrins are defined by the FDA as products having a DE less than 20. They are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food ingredients. Maltodextrins are excellent solids builders for standard and low-fat products. They are effective spray-drying aids for flavors, fruit juices, and other hard-to-dry products. They also are easily digestible carbohydrates for nutritional beverages.
MALTRIN Corn Syrup Solids
MALTRIN corn syrup solids are defined by the FDA as dried glucose syrup with a DE of 20 or higher. They are also considered a GRAS ingredient. Corn syrup solids have moderate sweetness and low viscosity. They are used to build solids in meat and dairy products, as a nutrition source in infant formulas, and as a drying aid for spray-dried fats.
MALTRIN QD Maltodextrins and Corn Syrup Solids
MALTRIN QD maltodextrins and corn syrup solids are quick-dispersing forms of the standard MALTRIN products. MALTRIN QD products are produced by an agglomeration process that increases particle size and lowers bulk density compared to standard products. MALTRIN QD maltodextrins and corn syrup solids are easily dispersed into water or other aqueous-based systems. They are commonly used in products such as dry mixes that are consumer dispersed.
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