Liquid Glucose is a combination of various saccharides or simple carbohydrates extracted with strict quality control parameters and then subjected to a refining and vacuum evaporation process. it comprises glucose, maltose, maltodextrin, and oligosaccharides, which might be in mono, di, tri, penta, or higher saccharide form.
It is very versatile and can be used in a wide range of applications. It improves the form and gives body and texture to the finished products. It is normally used for hard candies. It also imparts resistance to discoloration, moisture formation, and crystallization, thus producing products that have exceptional clarity, stability, and brilliance.
USES
1. It is used as an important ingredient in hard-boiled candies as it prevents crystallization and imparts cohesiveness
2. it is used in conjunction with sugar for manufacturing flavored candies and chocolates.
3. It is used in the preparation of glucose biscuits
4. It helps keep food products soft and fresh and acts as a preservative . hence, why it is widely used in jams, jellies, chewing gums, and canned fruits.
5. Syrups used for making pies in bakeries also contain liquid glucose.
6. It is incorporated in ice creams as it enhances flavor and decreases the freezing point
7. It is used as flavoring and preservative in mouth fresheners
8. It is also used in the tobacco industry as it increases the keeping quality of the tobacco.
BENEFITS
1. It is a principal ingredient for cough lozenges and acts as granulating agent for tablet coating.
2. It also enhances pancreatic function
3. It is an immune booster and supports circulation
4. It is a soothing agent which coats the surface of the throat, protecting it from irritation.
