Liquid Glucose
Liquid glucose, also known as Glucose syrup, is a valuable ingredient in the food and beverage manufacturing industry. It is derived from the hydrolysis of starch, and consists mainly of glucose molecules. It is widely used as a sweetener, a thickening agent, and a humectant in a wide range of products such as baked goods, confectionery, ice cream, and beverages. It is also commonly used as a binding agent in pharmaceuticals, as it helps to stabilize suspensions and improve the overall quality of oral liquid medicines. Moreover, it helps to improve texture, consistency, and shelf life of products due to its anticrystallline nature and low freezing point. Owing to its high solubility and viscosity, it is an essential ingredient in abundant products, providing a reliable and consistent ingredient for a wide range of products.
Features of Liquid Glucose
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Prevents crystallisation
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Improvise brightness & transparency
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Reduce sweetness in candies
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Enhanced crispiness & moistness
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High viscosity
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Shapes the frozen desserts
Applications of Liquid Glucose
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Sweetener: Liquid glucose is commonly used as a sweetener in the food and beverage industry. It provides a high level of sweetness and is often used in confectionery, baked goods, and beverages.
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Thickening agent: Liquid glucose is a popular thickening agent in many food products, such as ice cream, sorbets, and sauces. Its high viscosity helps to improve the texture and consistency of these products.
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Binding agent: Liquid glucose is often used as a binding agent in the production of pharmaceuticals, such as oral liquid medicines. It helps to stabilize suspensions and improve the overall quality of the product.
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Crystallization prevention: Liquid glucose is used in the production of frozen desserts, such as ice cream, to prevent the formation of ice crystals and improve the texture of the final product.
Specifications of Liquid Glucose
S.No | Test | Limit |
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1 | Physical Appreance | Colourless to light yellow |
2 | DS (Dry Solids)% | 80 to 85% |
3 | Moisture % | 15 to 20% |
4 | pH 10% solution | 4.5 to 5.5 |
5 | Acidity as NaoH in ml | 1.0 ml max |
6 | DE (Dextrose Equivalent)% | 40 to 44% |
7 | So2 ppm | 400m max |
Packaging of Liquid Glucose
RACSAN FOODS packages Liquid Glucose 300 Kg HM/HDPE drums. The packaging can also be customized as per individual requirements.
