Dextrose is a simple sugar with the molecular formula C6H12O6. Dextrose is the most abundant monosaccharide, a subcategory of carbohydrates.
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Molecular Formula
C6H12O6
Appearance and Properties
White powder. All forms of glucose are colorless and easily soluble in water, acetic acid, and several other solvents. They are only sparingly soluble in methanol and ethanol.
Uses
Glucose is mainly used for the production of fructose and in the production of glucose-containing foods. In foods, it is used as a sweetener, humectant, to increase the volume and to create a softer mouthfeel. In addition, various organic acids can be biotechnologically produced from glucose.
| ITEM | SPECIFICATIONS |
| Identification | Positive |
| Specific rotation | +52.6°~+53.2° |
| Color of solution | Qualified |
| Acidity or alkalinity | Meet the standards |
| Humidity | 0.2% max |
| Arsenic | 1ppm max |
| Chloride | 0.018% max |
| Sulphates | 0.025% max |
| Heavy Metals | 5ppm max |
| Dextrin | Qualified |
| Residue on ignition | 0.1% max |
| Soluble starch and sulphite | Qualified |
| Bacteria | 200CFU/g max |
| Fungus | 20 CFU/g max |
| Yeasts | 20 CFU/g max |
| Escherichia Coli/g | Not detectable |
| Salmonella and Scigella/25g | Not detectable |
| Pyogens(TAL 10%solution) | 0.125EU/ml max |
