Maltodextrin

Description

1. Product Overview

Maltodextrin is a versatile polysaccharide derived from starch hydrolysis, widely used as a functional carbohydrate in industrial applications. Its primary industrial utility lies in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and beverage formulation, where it acts as a stabilizer, thickener, and carrier for flavors or active ingredients. Strategically, maltodextrin enables manufacturers to enhance texture, solubility, and shelf-life while maintaining cost-efficiency in large-scale production. Its high-quality consistency and neutral sensory profile make it a preferred choice for B2B industrial sourcing globally.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Hydrolyzed starch, primarily glucose polymers
• Purity / Grade: Food-grade / industrial-grade available
• Physical Form: Fine to medium powder
• Color: White to off-white
• Particle Size: Typically 10–200 mesh (customizable on request)
• Bulk Density: 0.5–0.6 g/cm³
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water
• Moisture Content: ≤ 12%
• pH (10% solution): 5.0–7.0
• Packaging Options: 25 kg kraft paper bags, jumbo bags, or bulk containers
• Shelf Life: 24 months under dry, cool storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a stabilizer, bulking agent, or carrier in powdered drinks, bakery products, confectionery, and dairy products for consistent texture and solubility.
• Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals: Acts as a filler, binder, or carrier for active ingredients in tablets, capsules, and powdered supplements, enhancing product uniformity.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Provides smooth texture and moisture retention in creams, lotions, and powders.
• Performance Advantages: Superior solubility, neutral taste, and high batch-to-batch consistency make it more efficient than alternative carbohydrates like corn syrup solids or dextrins.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Rigid quality control ensures uniform particle size, moisture content, and solubility.
• Supply Reliability: Robust sourcing and production capacities to meet large-scale industrial demand.
• Logistics Capability: Bulk packaging compatible with containerized shipment, minimizing handling losses.
• Cost Competitiveness: High-value performance at competitive pricing.
• Sustainability: Derived from renewable starch sources with eco-conscious processing.
• Technical Support: Comprehensive documentation including certificates of analysis (CoA) and application guidelines.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: 20–22 MT per 20-ft container (depending on packaging configuration)