Invert Syrup
What is Invert Syrup?
Invert syrup is a liquid sweetener made from sucrose (table sugar). It is produced by breaking down sucrose into two simpler sugars: glucose and fructose. This process, called inversion, can be done using heat and acid, or by using enzymes.
Is Invert Syrup vegan?
Invert Syrup is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Invert Syrup gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Invert Syrup a major allergen?
Invert syrup is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Invert Syrup used for?
Manufacturers use invert syrup as a sweetener and to help retain moisture in baked goods, making them softer and fresher for longer.
Is Invert Syrup safe?
Invert syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use invert syrup as a sweetener and to help retain moisture in baked goods, making them softer and fresher for longer. It also prevents sugar crystallization, leading to a smoother texture. It is commonly found in baked goods like cookies and cakes, as well as in candies and some beverages.
Health notes
Invert syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of calories and carbohydrates, similar to other sugars. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated invert syrup and established an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Invert syrup is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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