Food Additives

Dextrose Monohydrate (D-glucose) is a sugar that’s a stable, odorless, white crystalline powder or colorless crystal. Dextrose is commercially available in monohydrate or anhydrate form, termed Dextrose Monohydrate or Dextrose Anhydrate, respectively.

Attribute	Details
Chemical Name	Dextrose Monohydrate
CAS Number	5996-10-1
Molecular Formula	C6H12O6·H2O
Molecular Weight	198.17 g/mol
Appearance	White granular powder, with a sweet taste
Solubility	Freely soluble in water, sparingly soluble in ethanol (96%)
Density	1.56 g/cm³
Melting Point	146°C
Flash Point	224.6°C
Stability	Stable under normal conditions; avoid contact with oxides
Synonyms	D(+)-Glucose Monohydrate, α-D-Glucose, One Water Glucose, etc.
Applications
– Food Industry	Used as a sweetener, nutrient, and bulking agent
– Pharmaceutical Industry	Used in the formulation of intravenous and oral nutritional solutions
– Other Uses	Acts as a reducing agent in the leather industry
Storage Conditions	Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area; keep below 25°C
Safety Information	Handle with care; avoid contact with eyes and skin; refer to MSDS for detailed safety information

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