Maltodextrin is a starch hydrolysate having a DE value of less than 20. It is between starch and starch sugar. It is a nutritive polysaccharide with low price, smooth taste and no taste. Maltodextrin is generally a mixture of various DE values. It is a white powder or a brown powder.
The maltodextrin series products produced in various parts of China are produced by enzymatic process using corn, rice and the like as direct raw materials. Maltodextrin is widely used in confectionery, malt extract, fruit tea, milk powder, ice cream, beverages, canned foods and other foods. It is a filler and additive for various foods.