Polydextrose
Polydextrose is a synthetic, highly branched polymer of glucose used primarily as a soluble dietary fiber, bulking agent, and low-calorie sweetener. It is produced through the polycondensation of dextrose with sorbitol and citric acid. Polydextrose offers numerous health and functional benefits, such as improving texture, replacing sugar or fat, and supporting digestive health. It is extensively used in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals for its fiber enrichment properties and technological versatility.
Polydextrose Extra Pure
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Polydextrose Extra Pure is a premium-grade synthetic polymer of glucose, widely used as a dietary fiber, bulking agent, and low-calorie carbohydrate substitute in food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical applications. Its high purity ensures suitability for laboratory, formulation, and quality-sensitive uses.
This compound is valued for its excellent solubility, neutral taste, and stability across a wide pH range and temperatures. It is commonly incorporated into sugar-free, low-calorie, or high-fiber food products such as baked goods, beverages, and nutritional supplements. In pharmaceutical formulations, it may serve as an excipient or filler in tablets and capsules.
Polydextrose is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) and well-tolerated, though excessive intake may have a mild laxative effect. It should be stored in a cool, dry place, sealed tightly to avoid moisture absorption.