Maltodextrin Side Effects

Maltodextrin, CAS# 9050-36-6, is a polysaccharide manufactured through chemical synthesis of starch, available as White or light yellow powder. Maltodextrin is widely used as food sweeteners. It is widely accepted as safe food sweetener in many countries.

General Side Effects

No significant side effects reported for this food sweetener. Just like any sugar food, intake of maltodextrin can cause elevated blood sugar level.

Suggested Dosage

As Maltodextrin is widely known as safe, there is no limit on dosage of intake. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Maltodextrin for long period.
* ADI: Acceptable Daily Intake
* MTDI: maximum tolerable daily intake
* Data source: JECFA Database of WHO

Special Groups Precaution

Special groups refer to newborns, children, pregnant and any other applicable vulnerable groups.
There is no evidence that Maltodextrin could have any negative effects on these vulnerable groups. It should be safe to use Maltodextrin in food for newborns and pregnant. However, we still recommend consumers to consult professionals before using large quantity of Maltodextrin for long period in food for newborns or pregnant.

GRAS Affirmation: Yes

Generally recognized as safe(GRAS) is a FDA designation that a specific substance or ingredient is generally considered safe by experts, and so is exempted from the usual Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) food additive tolerance requirements. Maltodextrin is considered safe by FDA according to existing data and granted GRAS status.

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