Application

Maltodextrin is a common food additive widely used in the food and pharmaceutical industries. It has multiple functions and uses, and the following will introduce in detail several main uses of maltodextrin.

1. Application in the food industry

Maltodextrin is widely used as a stabilizer, thickener, and seasoning agent in the food industry. Due to its excellent stability and thickening, maltodextrin can improve the texture and taste of food, increase the stability and shelf life of the product. For example, in pastry products such as jam, jelly, and cake, maltodextrin can make the product more delicate and taste better. In addition, adding maltodextrin to beverages and dairy products can increase the consistency and taste of the product.

2. Applications in the pharmaceutical industry

Maltodextrin also has important applications in the pharmaceutical industry. As a pharmaceutical excipient, maltodextrin can be used as a filler and stabilizer for tablets. It can increase the stability of tablets, extend the release time of drugs, and improve the durability of drug efficacy. In addition, maltodextrin can also be used to prepare oral solutions and injections, which can adjust the solubility of drugs and increase their stability.

3. Application in the feed industry

Maltodextrin also has certain applications in the feed industry. Due to its good thickening and antioxidant properties, maltodextrin can be used as a feed additive to improve the texture and taste of feed. Adding maltodextrin to feed can increase the stability of feed particles, reduce particle breakage, improve feed utilization and animal growth rate.