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NEED FOR HIGH QUALITY SUGAR ALTERNATIVES

As consumer preference for sugar alternatives grows, the demand for clean-tasting, natural and high quality sweeteners is surging. Governmental and health organizations are also pushing for reduced sugar content in products, opening new avenues for innovation for manufacturers.

Key factors leading the rapid evolution in the sweeteners market are:

  • Consumer’s Health Consciousness: 79% of global consumers believe reduced-sugar foods and drinks are healthier than full-sugar versions.
  • Legislation Impact: GCC Governments has introduced regulations to encourage lower sugar content, promoting healthier choices and reducing sugar-related
    health issues.
  • Consumer Expectations: Consumers want sugar-reduced products that retain sweetness, mouthfeel and texture but with fewer calories.

To address the growing demand for low-sugar products, manufacturers must adopt effective sugar alternatives in their formulations. This task can be challenging, as finding the right suppliers and perfecting recipes to maintain an appealing mouthfeel and overall product experience is critical. To help manufacturers overcome these challenges, FSL’s long-term partner, Cargill, introduces Maltidex® Maltitol.

 

 

 

FSL & Cargill’s Maltidex® Maltitol is a high-quality sugar alternative derived from corn or wheat starch which offers a one-to-one substitution for sucrose or fullcalorie sweeteners while reducing calories. It has a clean taste, provides good humidity and moisture control, stabilizes products and improves texture and mouthfeel.

Key USPs:

  • Sugar Reduction: Maltidex® has an energy value of 2.4 kcal/g, compared to
    full-calorie sweeteners’ 4 kcal/g.
  • Higher Relative Sweetness: Maltidex® powder offers similar sweetness to sucrose. It has a natural, sweet taste and boost fruity flavors, and reduces the need for high-intensity sweeteners.
  • Tooth Friendly: Maltidex® is non-cariogenic and does not contribute to tooth decay.

 

Although maltitol occurs in trace amounts in nature, their extraction is not a viable production method. Maltitol is obtained by the hydrogenation of sugars – from corn or wheat starch.

In addition to maltitol powder, FSL & Cargill offers a range of tailor-made syrups with varying maltitol content to suit the desired application. High-purity syrups offer high sweetness and lower viscosity, while lower-purity syrups offer lower sweetness and higher viscosity. As with all Cargill ingredients, the reliable quality and supply of Maltidex™ Maltitol is assured by Cargill’s extensive supply chain.

EU Labelling & Legislation

We recommend including maltitol (E965i) and maltitol syrup (E965ii) in the ingredient declaration on the labels of finished products.

To learn how manufacturers can integrate Maltidex® Maltitol and Erythritol into their new products or to receive recipe guidelines, contact our team today at bcs@foodspecialities.com.