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E1200
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PolydextroseThickeners, Stabilisers, Humectants, Bulking agents
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Description
Polydextrose is a polysaccharideA carbohydrate consisting of a number of monosaccharide sugar molecules bonded together to form long chains. Some examples of polysaccharides include starch, glycogen, and cellulose. composed of dextrose (glucose) containing small amounts of sorbitol and citric acid. It is commonly used as a sugar and fat replacer in many foods, as a source of soluble fibre, and can also be used synergistically with other high potency sweeteners. It acts as a humectantA substance used for retaining or preserving moisture., stabiliserGives food a firmer texture by preventing the breakdown of emulsions in food., and thickenerA substance used to increase the viscosity of a mixture while minimising changes to any other properties..
Common Uses
Used in baked goods, cakes, dessert mixes, gelatins, dessert sauces, puddings, salad dressings, confectionary, chocolate, jams, jellies, dairy and ice-cream, cereal products, beverages, nutrition bars, modified carbohydrates and low-calorie foods.
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