Sugar Slurry
Sugar Slurry is a concentrated aqueous solution of sucrose, prepared by dissolving refined sugar in water to create a viscous, pumpable syrup. It is used extensively in food, beverage, and industrial applications where liquid sweeteners are preferred over granulated sugar for ease of mixing, consistency, and handling. Sugar slurry ensures uniform sweetness and rapid dissolution in various processes and formulations.
Primary Uses
Food & Beverage Industry
Sweetening Agent: Used in soft drinks, fruit juices, flavored beverages, and syrups for uniform sweetness and easy blending.
Bakery & Confectionery: Incorporated in dough conditioners, fillings, glazes, and icings to provide moisture and sweetness.
Dairy Products: Used in flavored milk, yogurts, and ice creams to improve taste and texture.
Canning & Preserving: Acts as a sugar source in jams, jellies, and canned fruits for sweetness and preservation.
Industrial Food Processing
Fermentation Substrate: Provides fermentable sugar in brewing, distilling, and bioethanol production processes.
Ingredient in Liquid Food Preparations: Used for soups, sauces, and ready-to-drink products requiring sweetening and viscosity control.
Secondary Uses
Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
Syrup Base: Utilized as a sweetener and carrier in medicinal syrups and oral solutions.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Humectant & Sweetener: Used in lotions and creams to provide moisture retention and mild sweetness.
Animal Feed
Energy Source: Added in liquid feed formulations to improve palatability and energy content.
Basic Identification Attributes
Chemical Name (IUPAC): Aqueous sucrose solution
Common/Trade Name: Sugar Slurry
CAS Number: Not applicable (mixture)
HS Code: 1702.90.00
Synonyms: Sugar syrup, Liquid sugar, Sugar solution
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical State: Viscous liquid
Color & Odor: Clear to light amber; sweet odor
Concentration: Typically 65–75% sucrose by weight (Brix)
Solubility: Fully soluble in water (already dissolved)
Density: Approx. 1.3–1.4 g/cm³ depending on concentration
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (pH 6–7)
Safety & Hazard Attributes
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
Toxicity: Non-toxic and food-safe
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established
Storage & Handling Attributes
Storage Conditions: Store in food-grade tanks or containers at controlled temperature to prevent fermentation or microbial growth
Container Type: Food-grade drums, tanks, or bulk liquid containers
Shelf Life: Typically 6–12 months under proper refrigerated or cool storage
Handling Precautions: Prevent microbial contamination; avoid prolonged storage at high temperatures
Regulatory & Compliance Attributes
Complies with FDA, EFSA, and other international food additive and ingredient standards
Produced under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Suitable for use in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products
Environmental & Health Impact
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable
Ecotoxicity: Low environmental impact; natural carbohydrate solution
Bioaccumulation: Not significant
PE Required: Gloves recommended when handling large volumes
Handling Guidelines: Use sanitary practices to prevent contamination
Storage Measures: Keep containers sealed and refrigerated if possible
First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Not applicable (liquid)
Skin Contact: Wash with water if irritation occurs
Eye Contact: Flush with water if splashed; seek medical attention if irritation persists
Ingestion: Generally safe; no special treatment required
Firefighting Measures
Fire Hazards: Non-flammable liquid
Extinguishing Media: Use water, foam, or dry chemical if fire nearby
Hazardous Combustion Products: None under normal conditions