Ingredient

Di

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Dextrose is used as a sweetener and a bulking agent in many processed foods. …

What it is

Dextrose is a simple sugar that comes from corn. It is chemically identical to glucose. It is made by breaking down corn starch into smaller sugar molecules.

Why it's used

Dextrose is used as a sweetener and a bulking agent in many processed foods. It can also help with browning and texture. You can find it in baked goods, candies, and processed meats.

Health notes

The FDA considers dextrose to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as intended. It provides calories like other sugars. JECFA has evaluated dextrose and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from typical dietary intake.

Allergen info

Dextrose is derived from corn, which is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Di

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Conagra Brands BANQUET Ham and Cheese Breadstick Prepared/Preserved Foods Variety Packs High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 194kcal 7.5Protein 6.0Fat 26.9Carbs Conagra Brands BANQUET Taco Quesadilla And Red Sauce, 4.75 OZ Prepared/Preserved Foods Variety Packs High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 178kcal 6.7Protein 5.9Fat 25.2Carbs Conagra Brands MARIE CALLENDERS Turkey with Stuffing Dinners, 14 OZ Ready-Made Combination Meals High in sodium — 48% DV per serving 73kcal 5.0Protein 1.8Fat 9.3Carbs Conagra Frozen Foods Stuffed Breadsticks, Cheese-Burger Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 253kcal 9.3Protein 6Fat 40Carbs Perfect Snax Prime, LLC Cookie Pop, Flavored Popcorn, Cookies & Cream, Cookies & Cream Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 536kcal 3.6Protein 32.1Fat 64.3Carbs Glencourt Inc. Ravioli, Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 104kcal 4.2Protein 2.5Fat 15.8Carbs Jennie-O Turkey Store, Inc. Jennie-O, Cajun Style Turkey Breast, Smoke Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 89kcal 17.9Protein 2.7Fat 1.8Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Condensed Soup, Cream Of Chicken Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 65kcal 3.2Protein 2.0Fat 8.1Carbs Hannaford Bros. Co. Condensed Cream Of Chicken Soup Canned Condensed Soup High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 65kcal 3.2Protein 2.0Fat 8.1Carbs Lemon Pepper Tuna Creations, Lemon Pepper StarKist Co. Lemon Pepper Tuna Creations, Lemon Pepper Fish & Seafood 107kcal 23.2Protein 0.9Fat 1.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.