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High-Intensity Sugar Replacement Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone for Food & Beverage Formulation
Product Description
Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone (NHDC) is a high-intensity, non-caloric sweetener and flavor modifier derived through the hydrogenation of neohesperidin, a natural flavonoid abundantly found in bitter oranges (Citrus aurantium). This white to off-white, crystalline powder is renowned for its exceptional sweetness, being approximately 1500-1800 times sweeter than sucrose (table sugar), yet it contributes virtually no calories. Beyond its sweetening power, NHDC is highly valued for its unique ability to enhance flavors, mask bitterness, and impart a lingering licorice-like and menthol-like cooling sensation. Our premium-grade NHDC is produced to the highest standards of purity, ensuring it meets the stringent requirements for food, beverage, and nutraceutical applications. It is heat-stable and highly soluble, making it an incredibly versatile ingredient for modern product formulation.
| Item | Specification |
| Physical&Chemical Control | |
| Appearance | White or yellowish-white powder |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water, freely soluble in dimethyl sulphaxide soluble in methanol, practically insoluble in methylene chloride. |
| Appearance of Solution | The solution is clear and not more intensely colored than reference solution. |
| Identification | IR: The infrared spectrum should be conformed to the Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone CRS. |
| HPLC:The retention time of the major peak in the chromatogram of the sample solution corresponds to the chromatogram obtained in standard solution in Assay. | |
| Assay(HPLC) | 96.0%~ 101.0% |
| Water | ≤12.0% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.2% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤20ppm |
| Related Substances | |
| Impurity B | ≤2.0% |
| Impurity D | ≤2.0% |
| Any other Impurity | ≤0.5% |
| Total of all impurities apart from impurity B | ≤2.5% |
| Microbiology Control | |
| Total Plate Count | NMT3,000cfu/g |
| Total Yeast & Mold | NMT300cfu/g |
| E.coli | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Staphylococcus | Negative |
Product Function
The functionality of Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone extends far beyond simple sweetening, offering multifaceted benefits:
1.High-Intensity Sweetening: Its primary function is to provide a potent, clean sweetness without the calories or glycemic impact of sugar, making it an ideal sugar replacement for low-calorie and sugar-free products.
2.Bitterness Masking & Flavor Enhancement: One of the most powerful attributes of NHDC is its capacity to effectively mask undesirable bitter and metallic off-tastes, particularly from minerals (like iron, zinc, magnesium), caffeine, and certain vitamins. This is invaluable for improving the palatability of nutritional supplements, functional foods, and pharmaceutical syrups.
3.Synergistic Effect: NHDC works in synergy with other sweeteners, both natural and artificial (e.g., stevia, sucralose). When used in combination, it allows for a reduction in the total amount of sweeteners used while achieving a more rounded, sucrose-like taste profile, reducing lingering aftertastes often associated with other high-potency sweeteners.
4.Flavor Modification: It adds complexity to flavor profiles by enhancing fruity and citrus notes and providing a pleasant mouthfeel with a slight cooling effect, which is desirable in products like gums, candies, and beverages.
Product Application
1.Food & Beverage (F&B): Widely used in sugar-free and low-calorie products such as beverages, candies, chewing gum, desserts, dairy products (yogurt, ice cream), and baked goods. It is stable under high-temperature processing, making it suitable for pasteurized and baked items.
2.Nutraceuticals & Pharmaceuticals: Extremely effective in liquid tonics, chewable tablets, powder mixes, and gummy vitamins to mask the bitter taste of active ingredients (e.g., vitamins, minerals, plant extracts), significantly improving consumer compliance and taste.
3.Animal Feed: Used in veterinary medicines and pet food palatability enhancers to encourage consumption.
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