Maltodextrin Supplier, Exporter & Global Wholesaler
PAU Chemicals is an India-based global supplier and exporter of Maltodextrin for beverage, dairy, nutrition and flavour encapsulation manufacturers worldwide.
Maltodextrin is a partially hydrolysed starch that occupies a useful middle ground: it dissolves readily, carries flavours and actives, adds bulk and body, but contributes very little sweetness. That combination is why it appears in almost every instant powder on the market.
PAU Chemicals supplies DE 10, 15 and 20 grades with DE value, solubility and moisture documented per batch, so spray-drying and blending performance is predictable across shipments.
Lower DE gives better encapsulation and film formation; higher DE gives faster dissolution and slightly more sweetness. For flavour encapsulation, DE 10 usually outperforms DE 20 even though it costs about the same.
Technical Specifications
Product Characteristics | Product Details |
Product Name | Maltodextrin |
CAS Number | 9050-36-6 |
HS Code | 1702 90 50 |
Appearance | White to off-white free-flowing powder |
Odour | Odourless |
Taste | Bland to slightly sweet |
Dextrose Equivalent (DE) | 10 / 15 / 20 |
Moisture | 6.0% max |
Sulphated Ash | 0.5% max |
pH (10% solution) | 4.0 – 6.0 |
Solubility | Readily soluble in water |
Bulk Density | 0.4 – 0.6 g/cm³ |
Sulphur Dioxide | 20 ppm max |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 2 ppm max |
Arsenic (As) | 1 ppm max |
Total Plate Count | 1,000 cfu/g max |
Yeast & Mould | 100 cfu/g max |
E. coli / Salmonella | Absent |
Storage | Sealed, cool, dry |
Reference Standard | FCC / IS specification |
Available Grades
DE 10
DE 15
DE 20
Agglomerated grade on request
Export Details
Minimum Order Quantity: 1 FCL
Country of Origin: India
Mode of Transportation: By Sea
Loading Ports: Hazira (Surat, Gujarat) & Nhava Sheva / JNPT (Navi Mumbai)
Shipping: FCL
Incoterms: EXW, FOB, C&F (CFR) & CIF
Payment Terms: TT / Bank Transfer & LC at Sight
Delivery Time: 3 to 4 weeks
Logistics Packaging: 25 kg multi-wall paper bags with LDPE liner
Dangerous Goods: Not classified as dangerous goods for transport
Documentation: Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, COA, MSDS & Certificate of Origin
Certifications
Industrial Applications
Instant drink powders and beverage premixes
Flavour and colour encapsulation carrier
Sports nutrition and energy formulations
Infant formula and cereal manufacture
Dairy powders, creamers and whitener
Soups, sauces and seasoning bulking
Pharmaceutical tablet filler and granulation aid
Nutraceutical and supplement carrier
Spray-drying carrier for actives and extracts
Cosmetic powder bulking
Why Choose PAU Chemicals
Genuine Direct Supply — straight to the importer with no hidden intermediaries
Ethical Sourcing — ensuring 100% transparent and compliant procurement
Stable, Consistent Quality — for uninterrupted production and consistent DE value and microbiological compliance
Competitive Pricing — offering strong commercial value for bulk FCL buyers
Flawless Documentation — handling all trade paperwork for smooth port clearance
Preferential Tariff Support — leveraging trade agreements to reduce your import duties
What is Maltodextrin, and what is it called locally?
It is a partially hydrolysed starch powder, usually called simply maltodextrin and identified by its DE number.
What is it used for?
Instant drink powders, flavour encapsulation, sports nutrition, infant formula, dairy powders, soups and sauces, and as a spray-drying carrier for actives.
What does DE mean, and which grade should I choose?
DE is Dextrose Equivalent, the degree of hydrolysis. Lower DE gives better encapsulation and film formation; higher DE dissolves faster and tastes slightly sweeter.
Is it sweet?
Only mildly. That is precisely why it is used — it adds bulk, body and carrying capacity without materially changing the sweetness profile of the product.
Why is it used as a carrier in spray drying?
It forms a protective film around volatile flavours and oxidation-sensitive actives, which preserves them through drying and in storage. DE 10 generally encapsulates better than DE 20.
Can it be used in infant formula?
It is widely used in infant nutrition, but the applicable specification and microbiological limits are stricter. Confirm the requirement in your destination market and specify it at enquiry.
How should it be stored, and what is the shelf life?
Sealed, lined bags in a cool, dry place. It is hygroscopic and cakes in humid storage, which affects flow and dosing.
Which ports and Incoterms do you ship on, and how long does delivery take?
Hazira and Nhava Sheva on EXW, FOB, C&F and CIF terms, typically 3 to 4 weeks, shipping as general cargo. Export MOQ is 1 FCL.
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