Maltitol containing gel base systems
AssigneeICI Americas Inc.
InventorMatthew J. Lynch
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Abstract
Clear stable gels are made from hydrogenated maltose containing starch hydrolysates having 35-49% maltitol, 11-14% sorbitol, and minor amounts of higher saccharides by the addition of amorphous silica gelling agents. These gels are useful in formulating confections and food specialties.
Claims2
An aqueous maltitol containing syrup resistant to mold growth resulting from the hydrogenation of maltitol rich syrup which comprises 36-49% by weight maltitol, 11-14% by weight sorbitol, minor amounts of higher saccharides and reducing sugars when said ingredients are calculated on a dry basis said syrup having a total dissolved solids content of 75 to 85% by weight when calculated on a wet basis.
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