PRODUCT NAME: Polydextrose
CHARACTERISTICS:
Polydextrose is one of the function food additives, white or light yellow powder, easy to dissolve in the water. It can supply water dietary fiber necessary to the human’s body. It can promote the vermiculation of intestines and stomach; reduce the blood fat and blood sugar. Fit for human consumption. Free from any harmful or toxic substances. Free from foreign matter.
• Polydextrose is one kind of water-soluble specialty carbohydrate made of glucose.
• Polydextrose is a soluble fiber with prebiotic nature.
• Polydextrose is a glucose polymer consisting of linked glucose units (DP-12),whose structure is bonded randomly, but in which a-16 and 1-4 linkages predominate.
•The human body can not break down this type of bond because of lack of the special enzymes.
PROPERTIES:
• Fiber enriched
• Reduced sugar
• Sugar free
• Sustained prebiotic
• High solubility
• Thermal stability
• Moisture retention
• Low GI
• Low fat
• High Tolerance;
• Replacement of fat and sugar
• Improving intestinal tract function
• Metabolized independently of insulin
APPLICATION:
Food
• Beverages: Carbonated drinks, Mineral water, Fruit juices, Sport drinks, solid beverage
• Dairy: Yogurt, Ice cream, Frozen desserts, Formula milk
• Bakery foods: Cookies, Biscuits, Rolls, Crackers
• Candy: Chewing gum, Hard candies, Soft candies, Jelly
• Condiment: Tomato juice, Hot pot condiment, Jam
• Health food: Gelatin capsule, Oral liquid, Electuary
SPECIFICATION:
Physical Index |
Standard |
Appearance |
Milk white or light yellow powder, without the impurity that can be seen by eye |
Odor and Taste |
No unusual odor and mild clear sweet, no stink, no unusual taste |
Chemical Index |
Standard |
Moisture |
Max 4.0% |
Max 90% |
|
5-Hydroxymethy furfural |
Max 0.1% |
Ash |
Max 0.3% |
PH |
5.0-6.0 |
Sorbitol |
Max 6.0% |
Dextrose |
Max 4.0% |
Weight Limits |
Max 22000 |
Arsenic |
Max 0.5mg/kg |
Lead |
Max 0.5mg/kg |
Microbiological Index |
Standard |
Bacterium total |
Max 1000 cfu/g |
Coliform |
Max 30 MPN/100g |
Pathogen |
Not detective |
PACKAGE:
Net weight: 25kgs, Gross weight: 25.3kgs, kraft paper bags.
18.0MT per 20’ container without pallet and 15.0MT per 20’ container with pallets.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION:
The product should be stored on the pallet, in a light-proof, well-closed, cool, dry and ventilated place. Following the above guidelines should insure 24-month shelf life. After opening the original packing, the complete content should be used immediately. Material can be microbiologically contaminated from unhygienic environment. It is a non-dangerous product and can be transported as a common chemical product. Protect them from sunshine or rain. Must not be loaded and transported with toxic, hazard outstand polluting substances. Handle with care in order to avoid damaging the package.
QUALITY AND SAFETY ASSURANCE:
Controlled under certified quality system ISO and product safety is ensured by established safety system.
TEST METHOD: Full details and test method are available on request.
LEGAL ASPECTS:
China
Polydextrose is listed as food additive, dietary fiber and nutritional supplements.
USA
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has affirmed polydextrose as a filling agent to expanding use.
Europe
Polydextrose is listed as food additives.
Japan
Polydextrose is used as food, rather than food additive.