Ingredient

Contains Less Than 2% Dextrose

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add dextrose primarily as a sweetener, but it also serves as an energy …

What it is

Dextrose is a simple sugar that is chemically identical to glucose. It is typically derived from corn starch through a process called enzymatic hydrolysis, where enzymes break down the starch into individual sugar molecules.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add dextrose primarily as a sweetener, but it also serves as an energy source, a browning agent in baked goods, and a fermentable sugar for yeast. It is commonly found in processed meats, baked goods, sports drinks, and confectionery.

Health notes

Dextrose is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. As a simple sugar, its consumption contributes to the total intake of added sugars. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. JECFA has evaluated glucose, which is chemically identical to dextrose, and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified) as it is a macronutrient.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Dextrose is typically derived from corn.

Products containing Contains Less Than 2% Dextrose

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Berks Packing Co., Inc. Hickory Smoked Ring Bologna, Plain Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 12.5Protein 19.6Fat 3.6Carbs

Berks Packing Co., Inc. Hickory Smoked Ring Bologna, Garlic Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 12.5Protein 19.6Fat 3.6Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Traditional Honey Sweet Cornbread & Muffin Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 400kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 65.7Carbs Cher-Make Sausage Co. Beef Wieners Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 227kcal 12Protein 25.3Fat 4Carbs Square-H Brands, Inc. Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 26% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 278kcal 15.2Protein 20.2Fat 3.8Carbs Morrison Milling Co Texas Style Honey Sweet Cornbread Mix Bread & Muffin Mixes High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 400kcal 5.7Protein 11.4Fat 65.7Carbs

Morrison Milling Co Texas Style Honey Sweet Cornbread Mix, Texas Style Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 400kcal 8.6Protein 11.4Fat 62.9Carbs

Rich Products Corporation Coconut Wild Caught Cod In A Crispy Coconuy Breading, Coconut Frozen Fish & Seafood High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 255kcal 11.3Protein 14.2Fat —Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Hickory Smoked & Sliced Turkey Breast, Hickory Smoked Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 89kcal 19.6Protein 1.8Fat 1.8Carbs Cher-Make Sausage Co. Garlic Summer Sausage, Garlic Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 286kcal 17.9Protein 28.6Fat 1.8Carbs C. H. Guenther and Son Inc. Conestoga Sweet Roll Dough Dough Based Products / Meals 281kcal 8.8Protein 4.4Fat 50.9Carbs C. H. Guenther and Son Inc. Conestoga 1.5 oz. Sweet Roll Dough Dough Based Products / Meals 279kcal 7.0Protein 4.7Fat 51.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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