DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE
Dextrose Monohydrate, also known as glucose, is a simple sugar that is derived from corn starch. It is a crystalline, white powder with a sweet taste and high solubility in water. Dextrose monohydrate is widely used in various industries due to its versatility and wide range of applications.
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APPLICATIONS:
1. FOOD AND BEVERAGE INDUSTRY:
Dextrose monohydrate is commonly used as a sweetener, flavor enhancer, and energy source in the food and beverage industry.
It is added to a wide range of products such as baked goods, confectionery, beverages, dairy products, and processed foods.
Dextrose monohydrate is also used as a bulking agent, texture modifier, and fermentation substrate in food processing.
2. PHARMACEUTICALS:
In the pharmaceutical industry, dextrose monohydrate is used as an excipient in the formulation of oral and parenteral dosage forms.
It serves as a diluent, filler, and vehicle for the preparation of tablets, capsules, and liquid formulations.
Dextrose monohydrate is also used as a source of energy in intravenous fluids and electrolyte solutions.
3. COSMETICS:
Dextrose monohydrate is used in cosmetics and personal care products such as creams, lotions, and hair care products.
It acts as a humectant, moisturizer, and skin conditioning agent, helping to hydrate and soften the skin.