
Dextrose
Also known as: Glucose, dextrose monohydrate, dextrose anhydrous
Dextrose is a fermentable bulk sugar that feeds yeast, browns in baking and sets freezing point, supplied to food ingredients manufacturers across the GCC.
- CAS No.
- 5996-10-1
- Formula
- C6H12O6·H2O
- Grade
- Food grade, monohydrate or anhydrous
- Packing
- 25 kg paper bag with PE liner
Within our sweeteners range, Dextrose is a fermentable bulk sugar that feeds yeast, browns in baking and sets freezing point. Orders ship ex-warehouse where stock is held, or direct from origin for container volumes.
It is supplied as white crystalline powder, in food grade, monohydrate or anhydrous, with an assay of 99.5% min (dry basis). The CAS number is 5996-10-1 and the molecular formula is C6H12O6·H2O.
Applications of Dextrose
Typical applications include:
- Fermentable sugar for bread, bun and pizza dough systems
- Carrier for seasonings, cure mixes and premixes
- Sports and energy drinks requiring rapid glucose availability
- Freezing-point depression and sweetness in ice cream
- Fermentation substrate in pharmaceutical and food fermentation
Packing, storage and handling
Standard packing is 25 kg paper bag with PE liner. Store in cool, dry conditions. Shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored as specified.
Supply and documentation
| CAS No. | 5996-10-1 |
|---|---|
| Formula | C6H12O6·H2O |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Grade | Food grade, monohydrate or anhydrous |
| Purity / Assay | 99.5% min (dry basis) |
| DE value | 100 |
| Sweetness | ~70% of sucrose |
| Moisture (monohydrate) | 7.5–9.5% |
| Specific rotation | +52.5° to +53.0° |
| Packing | 25 kg paper bag with PE liner |
| Storage | Cool, dry conditions |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
Values are typical for the grade we stock. Please confirm the required specification with our sales team.
- Fermentable sugar for bread, bun and pizza dough systems
- Carrier for seasonings, cure mixes and premixes
- Sports and energy drinks requiring rapid glucose availability
- Freezing-point depression and sweetness in ice cream
- Fermentation substrate in pharmaceutical and food fermentation
What packing is Dextrose supplied in?
Which grade of Dextrose do you stock?
Can you deliver Dextrose outside the UAE?
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