Dextrose
What is Dextrose?
Dextrose is a simple sugar, a monosaccharide, chemically identical to glucose. It is commonly derived from starch, typically from corn (maize) or wheat, through a process of hydrolysis. The resulting clear, crystalline powder is widely used in the food industry.
Is Dextrose vegan?
Dextrose is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Dextrose gluten-free?
It is not a source of gluten.
Is Dextrose a major allergen?
Dextrose is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Dextrose used for?
Dextrose functions primarily as a sweetener and bulking agent in food products.
Is Dextrose safe?
Dextrose is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Dextrose functions primarily as a sweetener and bulking agent in food products. It provides a milder sweetness than sucrose (table sugar) and can help improve texture and shelf life. It is frequently found in baked goods, confectionery, processed meats, and beverages.
Health notes
Dextrose is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is metabolised by the body as a source of energy. EFSA has evaluated dextrose and other sugars. Dietary guidelines from the NHS and SACN recommend limiting free sugars, which include dextrose, to no more than 5% of daily energy intake.
Allergen info
Dextrose is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not a source of gluten.
Foods that contain Dextrose
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