Maltodextrin is a carbohydrate derived from starch, used as a food additive, thickener, and sweetener in a variety of food products.
- Food Industry: Used as a thickener, emulsifier, and in processed foods.
- Beverages: Applied in drinks as a stabilizer and sweetener.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used as an excipient in tablets and in drug formulations.
- Sports Nutrition: Used in energy drinks and supplements.