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UNIDEX® Agglomerated Dextrose - 020540

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UNIDEX® Agglomerated Dextrose - 020540 is an agglomerated dextrose monohydrate product with maltodextrin. UNIDEX® has a very uniform coarse particle size profile and provides a range of functional benefits in Pharma tableting. It is very compressible to be used as a binder for direct compression, helping the tablet to remain intact during handling and transportation. It can also be used as an effective bulking agent, making it easier to handle the tablet during the manufacturing process. It has excellent flowability, reducing the risk of sticking and clogging during the tableting process.

Chemical Name: Dextrose Monohydrate

CAS Number: 77938-63-7

Manufacturing Technology: Direct Compression

Functions: Binder

Labeling Claims: Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO

Certifications & Compliance: GFSI Certified, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO Project Verified

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Identification & Functionality

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Features and Benefits
  • Very uniform, coarse particle size profile
  • Porous, spherical particle shape
  • Free flowing
  • Very compressible
  • Good for tableting
  • Effective bulking
  • Carrier for flavors, colors, spices
  • Low dusting

Applications & Uses

Dosage Form
Manufacturing Technology

Properties

Odor
No detectable foreign odor
Flavor
Clean, sweet taste
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Moisture Content8 - 9%
Dextrose Equivalent (D.E.)96 - 98
Sulfur Dioxide Contentmax. 10ppm
Ash Contentmax. 0.05%
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Standard Plate Countmax. 200per g
Yeast Countmax. 20per g
Mold Countmax. 20per g
Coliformsmax. 10per g
Escherichia ColiNegativeper 10g
SalmonellaNegativeper 25g
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Calories365.0Kcal/100g
Total Fat*max. 0.1g/100g
Cholesterol0.0mg/100g
Sodium*max. 2mg/100g
Total Carbohydrate91.3g/100g
Dietary Fiber0.0g/100g
Total Sugars**87.7g/100g
Added Sugars0.0g/100g
Other Carbohydrate3.6g/100g
Protein*max. 0.1g/100g
Vitamin D0.0mcg/100g
Calcium*max. 2mg/100g
Iron*max. 0.2mg/100g
Potassium*max. 10mg/100g
Ash*max. 0.1g/100g
Screen Test
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
On U.S.S. #30 mesh (595 micron)max. 12%
Through U.S.S. #80 mesh (177 micron)max. 30%
Note

* Not present at level of quantification.
** “Total Sugars” in this product may contribute to “Added Sugars” fornutrition labeling purposes in the final consumer product.

Regulatory & Compliance

Regulatory Data
  • CAS No.
    • Dextrose : 50-99-7
    • Maltodextrin : 9050-36-6
  • United States
    • Components meet FCC (Food Chemical Codex) requirements.
    • GRAS Affirmation
    • Dextrose : 21 CFR 184.1857
    • Maltodextrin : 21 CFR 184.1444
    • Labeling : Dextrose with maltodextrin
  • Canada
    • Dextrose
    • Standard Food : CFDA Regulation
    • Standard of Identity : B.18.015
    • Maltodextrin : Non-Standard Food
    • Labeling : Dextrose with maltodextrin

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Global
Packaging Information
  • Bags
  • Bulk
  • Totes

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 years
Storage Information

Product should be stored in a clean, dry area, not exposed to prolonged high (> 90°F / 32°C) temperature.