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Maltose
What is Maltose Used For?
Maltose (malt sugar) is a disaccharide sugar produced from starch hydrolysis. Its mild sweetness, excellent fermentability, and functional properties make it a valued ingredient in food manufacturing, brewing, and confectionery.
Key Applications
- Baking: Provides fermentable sugar for yeast, enhances browning and flavor
- Brewing: Fermentable sugar source in beer and spirit production
- Confectionery: Candies, caramel, and chocolate coatings
- Baby Food: Mild, digestible carbohydrate source in infant cereals
- Sports Nutrition: Carbohydrate energy source in gels and drinks
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (Maltose content) | ≥ 90.0% |
| CAS Number | 69-79-4 |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Moisture | ≤ 7.0% |
| Standard | Food Grade / FCC |
| Packaging | 25 kg bags |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is maltose the same as malt sugar?
Yes. Maltose is commonly called malt sugar. It consists of two glucose units and is produced naturally during starch digestion and malt processing.
How sweet is maltose compared to sucrose?
Maltose is about 30–40% as sweet as sucrose (table sugar), making it useful when mild sweetness and functional properties are needed without excessive sweetness.
Is maltose suitable for diabetics?
Maltose has a high glycemic index similar to glucose and is not suitable for diabetics without medical guidance.
Is your maltose food grade?
Yes. Food grade, meeting FCC and domestic GB standards.
What are the packaging options?
Standard 25 kg multi-wall bags. Bulk packaging available.
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