What is Liquid Glucose?
Liquid Glucose, also known as Glucose Syrup, is a thick, clear to pale yellow syrup produced by the enzymatic or acid hydrolysis of starch, typically derived from corn, tapioca, or wheat. It is a mixture of glucose, maltose, and higher saccharides, with the exact composition determined by the degree of hydrolysis, expressed as Dextrose Equivalent (DE). Liquid Glucose provides sweetness, body, and functional properties such as humectancy and crystallisation control that are difficult to achieve with crystalline sugars alone.
Polychem Industries supplies Food Grade Liquid Glucose to confectionery manufacturers, bakery companies, beverage producers, and ice cream manufacturers across India and internationally. Its versatility in controlling sweetness, texture, viscosity, and crystallisation behaviour makes it an essential functional ingredient across the food processing industry.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Grade | Clear viscous syrup | ≥80% total carbohydrate (Dry Substance basis) | FSSAI / FCC | Confectionery, bakery, beverages, ice cream, jams |
Applications & Uses
Confectionery & Candy
The largest application. Liquid Glucose is essential in hard candy, toffee, and chewy confectionery manufacturing, where it prevents sucrose crystallisation, provides chewy texture, and contributes to the characteristic glossy appearance of many candy products.
Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts
Used to control ice crystal size and improve texture in ice cream and frozen desserts, contributing to a smoother mouthfeel while also providing controlled sweetness without overpowering other flavour components.
Bakery Products
Used in bread, cakes, and baked goods to improve moisture retention, extend shelf life, and contribute to browning through the Maillard reaction, while providing a softer, more tender crumb structure.
Jams, Jellies & Preserves
Used in jam and preserve manufacturing to provide bulk sweetness while controlling crystallisation and contributing to the appropriate texture and consistency of the finished preserve product.
Beverages
Used in certain beverage formulations as a sweetening and bodying agent, providing a different sweetness profile and mouthfeel compared to sucrose-based sweetening systems.
Icings, Glazes & Toppings
Used in icings, glazes, and dessert toppings to provide gloss, prevent crystallisation, and contribute to the desired flow and setting characteristics of these decorative food applications.
Technical Specifications
Liquid Glucose — Key Properties
Why Source Liquid Glucose from Polychem Industries?
- Multiple DE grades available to suit specific application requirements
- FSSAI compliant Food Grade supply with Certificate of Analysis
- Reliable bulk supply for confectionery and bakery manufacturers
- Available in drums or bulk tanker for large-volume requirements
- Competitive pricing with consistent year-round availability
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
