Maltodextrin DE 10-20 for Food, Pharmaceutical & Industrial Applications

Maltodextrin (C₆H₁₀O₅)n·H₂O presents as white, free-flowing powder derived from corn starch hydrolysis with exceptional functional properties, serving critical roles across food manufacturing, beverage production, sports nutrition, pharmaceutical processing, and industrial applications. This versatile carbohydrate polymer provides unique binding, bulking, and carrier capabilities essential for spray drying operations, flavor encapsulation, and specialized formulation requirements demanding controlled molecular weight distribution.

At Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited, we supply food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade Maltodextrin with dextrose equivalent (DE) values of 10-20, manufactured under FDA-approved Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards and food safety specifications. Our product portfolio meets stringent quality requirements for food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and industrial applications across global markets.

✅ Food Grade Standards – FDA & EU Food Safety Compliance
✅ Pharmaceutical Quality Control – USP & EP Specification Standards
✅ Industrial Grade Certification – Technical & Manufacturing Quality
✅ Multi-Application Platform – Versatile Functional Performance
✅ Complete Documentation – Comprehensive Quality Assurance Package

Technical Specifications & Chemical Properties

Specialized Packaging Solutions:

• 25kg kraft paper bags with food-grade polyethylene liner
• 500kg bulk bags with moisture-resistant barrier protection
• 20MT bulk containers for large-scale food manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical-grade packaging with enhanced quality documentation

Food Processing & Manufacturing Applications

Bulking & Binding Agent It functions as a bodying agent, bulking agent, texturizer, carrier, and crystallization inhibitor in food formulations. Maltodextrin provides excellent bulking properties in low-calorie foods, sugar-free products, and reduced-fat formulations while maintaining desired texture and mouthfeel characteristics.

Spray Drying & Encapsulation Maltodextrins frequently are co-components in spray drying, carriers for non-caloric sweeteners, spices, vitamins, or minerals, all in powder form. It serves as an ideal carrier material for flavor encapsulation, vitamin stabilization, and sensitive ingredient protection during processing and storage.

Sugar Replacement & Sweetness Modification Applications include sugar replacement to reduce the sweetness of fillings, or as stabilizers, thickening, or bulking agents in foods. Maltodextrin enables controlled sweetness reduction while maintaining product structure and consumer acceptance in various food applications.

Dairy & Beverage Applications When added to milk powder and other dairy products, maltodextrin has the functions of emulsifying, thickening, increasing solubility and improving taste. It enhances solubility, prevents caking, and improves reconstitution properties in powdered dairy formulations.

For comprehensive information on maltodextrin applications in food processing, refer to this detailed maltodextrin guide by ScienceDirect. Our food ingredients expertise provides specialized guidance for optimal formulation performance.

Sports Nutrition & Energy Applications

Energy Source & Carbohydrate Loading Maltodextrins are digested into glucose units, contributing a food energy value of 4 calories per gram (or 16 kiloJoules per gram). It provides rapid energy release for athletic performance, endurance sports, and post-workout recovery formulations.

Sports Drink Formulations Maltodextrin serves as an ideal carbohydrate source in sports beverages, providing sustained energy release without excessive sweetness. It maintains optimal osmolality for rapid absorption and gastric emptying during athletic performance.

Protein Powder Applications In protein supplements, maltodextrin functions as a binding agent, improves powder flow properties, and provides additional carbohydrate content for post-workout muscle glycogen replenishment.

Nutritional Supplement Manufacturing Maltodextrin enables controlled release formulations, tablet binding, and capsule filling applications in nutritional supplement manufacturing, providing excellent compressibility and stability characteristics.

Pharmaceutical & Medical Applications

Excipient & Carrier Applications Functional use(s) – carrier solvents, encapsulating agent for food additives, flavorings, stabilizers and absorbents. In pharmaceutical formulations, maltodextrin serves as a binder, filler, and controlled-release agent in tablet manufacturing and drug delivery systems.

Tablet Manufacturing & Compression Maltodextrin provides excellent binding properties for direct compression tabletting operations, enabling consistent tablet hardness, disintegration times, and drug release profiles in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Oral Solution & Suspension Stabilizer In liquid pharmaceuticals, maltodextrin functions as a suspending agent, viscosity modifier, and stability enhancer for active pharmaceutical ingredients requiring controlled dispersion characteristics.

Medical Nutrition Applications Maltodextrin serves as a carbohydrate source in medical nutrition products, enteral feeding formulations, and therapeutic dietary supplements for patients requiring controlled nutritional support.

Industrial & Technical Applications

Adhesive & Binding Applications Maltodextrin can be used as a binding additive for 3D printing manufacturing. It provides excellent adhesive properties in industrial applications requiring biodegradable, non-toxic binding agents for specialized manufacturing processes.

Paper & Textile Industry Maltodextrin serves as a sizing agent, coating binder, and surface treatment chemical in paper manufacturing and textile processing operations requiring controlled viscosity and film-forming properties.

Construction & Building Materials In construction applications, maltodextrin functions as a binder in ceramic materials, concrete additives, and specialty building products requiring organic binding agents with controlled release characteristics.

Chemical Manufacturing Maltodextrin enables controlled polymerization, serves as a template material, and provides molecular weight modification in specialty chemical manufacturing processes requiring precise molecular architecture.

Dextrose Equivalent (DE) Value Significance

Molecular Weight & Chain Length Maltodextrins are classified by a dextrose equivalent (DE), a number between 3 and 20 that corresponds to the number of free chain ends in a certain sample. A lower DE value means the polymer chains are longer (contain more glucose units) whereas a higher DE value means the chains are shorter.

Functional Property Relationships A high-DE maltodextrin is sweeter, more soluble, and has lower heat resistance. Two ranges of DE value were established: DE = 0.5–10, in this range maltodextrin molecules in solution are randomly coiled (a = 0.53); and DE = 10–20, where the molecules exhibit different viscosity behavior.

Viscosity & Solution Properties A linear relationship between the intrinsic viscosity and dextrose equivalent has been found, enabling precise formulation control for specific application requirements demanding controlled flow characteristics.

Regulatory Classification Above DE 20, the European Union’s CN code calls it glucose syrup; at DE 10 or lower, the customs CN code nomenclature classifies maltodextrin, ensuring proper regulatory compliance for international trade applications.

Quality Control & Analytical Testing

Comprehensive Quality Assurance Every production batch undergoes extensive testing to ensure compliance with food-grade, pharmaceutical, and industrial specifications. Our quality control laboratory employs advanced analytical techniques including DE determination, molecular weight analysis, and microbiological testing to verify purity and functionality.

Quality testing procedures include:

• Dextrose equivalent determination via Lane-Eynon titration
• Molecular weight analysis through osmometry methods
• Moisture content testing by Karl Fischer titration
• pH measurement using calibrated electrode systems
• Heavy metals analysis via ICP-OES spectroscopy
• Microbiological testing for food safety compliance

Storage & Handling Specifications

Optimal Storage Requirements

• Maltodextrin is stable for at least 1 year when stored at a cool temperature (<30°C) and less than 50% relative humidity
• Maltodextrin should be stored in a well-closed container in a cool, dry place
• Protect from moisture absorption to prevent caking and maintain flow properties
• Store away from direct sunlight and heat sources to preserve functional characteristics
• Implement first-in-first-out inventory rotation for optimal product quality

Professional Handling Guidelines

• Use appropriate dust control measures during material handling and processing operations
• Provide adequate ventilation to prevent dust accumulation in work areas
• Maintain clean, sanitary conditions for food-grade applications
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for pharmaceutical applications
• Implement traceability systems for food safety and quality assurance

Nutritional & Safety Considerations

Nutritional Profile & Digestibility Maltodextrin contains a large number of polysaccharides, in addition to calcium, iron and other beneficial trace elements and minerals. It provides readily digestible carbohydrates with controlled glycemic response depending on DE value and application formulation.

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Maltodextrin manufacturing produces a high-purity product with microbiological safety. It can be used in varied food, beverage, sports, and baked products. Complete regulatory documentation ensures compliance with FDA, EU, and international food safety standards.

Solution Preservation Requirements Maltodextrin solutions may require the addition of an antimicrobial preservative for extended storage in liquid formulations, ensuring microbiological stability in beverage and liquid supplement applications.

Advanced Manufacturing & Processing

Spray Drying Optimization Maltodextrin serves as an essential carrier material in spray drying operations, enabling efficient powder production, improved particle formation, and enhanced product stability for heat-sensitive ingredients.

Flavor & Aroma Encapsulation In flavor technology, maltodextrin provides excellent encapsulation efficiency, protecting volatile compounds from oxidation and environmental degradation while enabling controlled release characteristics.

Pharmaceutical Coating Applications Maltodextrin enables film coating formulations for pharmaceutical tablets, providing moisture barrier protection, taste masking, and controlled drug release profiles in advanced dosage forms.

Why Choose Chemicals & Process Equipment Limited?

✔ Multi-Grade Excellence – Food, pharmaceutical, and industrial specifications available ✔ DE Value Control – Precise dextrose equivalent specifications for optimal functionality ✔ Quality Leadership – Advanced testing ensures consistent performance standards ✔ Application Expertise – Technical support across diverse food and industrial applications ✔ Global Distribution – Reliable supply chain supporting international manufacturing operations

Our maltodextrin products represent the highest standards in carbohydrate chemistry, specifically formulated for demanding food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and industrial applications. We provide comprehensive technical support, formulation guidance, and quality assurance to ensure optimal performance across your specialized processing operations.

For detailed specifications, formulation protocols, or technical documentation, contact our specialized food ingredients team. We provide comprehensive support including application optimization, regulatory compliance assistance, and process development guidance to maximize effectiveness in your food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or industrial applications.