2% Or Less Dextrose
What is 2% Or Less Dextrose?
Dextrose is a simple sugar, chemically identical to glucose. It is a carbohydrate that provides energy. Dextrose is typically produced from corn starch through a process called hydrolysis, which breaks down the starch into smaller sugar molecules.
Is 2% Or Less Dextrose vegan?
2% Or Less Dextrose is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is 2% Or Less Dextrose a major allergen?
Dextrose is typically derived from corn, which is not considered a major allergen by the FDA.
What is 2% Or Less Dextrose used for?
Manufacturers add dextrose primarily as a sweetener to enhance flavor in various foods and beverages.
Is 2% Or Less Dextrose safe?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers dextrose to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add dextrose primarily as a sweetener to enhance flavor in various foods and beverages. It also helps with browning in baked goods and can act as a fermentation aid in products like processed meats and some alcoholic beverages. It is found in a wide range of products from snacks to savory items.
Health notes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers dextrose to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. As a simple sugar, dextrose provides calories and is a form of added sugar. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and advise limiting added sugars to at most 10 grams per meal. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated glucose (dextrose) and concluded that a numerical acceptable daily intake (ADI) is not necessary.
Allergen info
Dextrose is typically derived from corn, which is not considered a major allergen by the FDA. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain 2% Or Less Dextrose
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The Hillshire Brands Company
Ultra Thin Hard Salami
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
429kcal
17.9Protein
39.3Fat
0Carbs
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Hard Salami
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
429kcal
17.9Protein
39.3Fat
0Carbs
Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc.
Smoked Bratwurst
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
318kcal
13.6Protein
27.3Fat
3.0Carbs
Bay Beyond, Inc.
Chesapeake Crab Cake Mix, Chesapeake Crab
333kcal
11.1Protein
0Fat
66.7Carbs
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