Ingredient

Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Dextrose is used as a sweetener and to add bulk and texture to foods. …

What is Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose?

Dextrose is a simple sugar that comes from corn. It is made by breaking down cornstarch into glucose, which is then purified and dried.

Is Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose vegan?

Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose a major allergen?

Dextrose is derived from corn, which is not one of the nine major allergens.

What is Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose used for?

Dextrose is used as a sweetener and to add bulk and texture to foods.

Is Strawberry Ingredients: Dextrose safe?

Dextrose is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.

Why it's used

Dextrose is used as a sweetener and to add bulk and texture to foods. It is commonly found in candies, baked goods, and processed foods.

Health notes

Dextrose is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It provides calories and is metabolized by the body for energy. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated dextrose. Like other sugars, excessive intake can contribute to health issues.

Allergen info

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

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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