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Dextrose Monohydrate (Food Grade) — Pure Glucose Powder
Dextrose Monohydrate (Food Grade) — Pure Glucose Powder
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$19.00 AUD
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🔬Lab-testedCOA every batch
📦Packed in AustraliaSame-week dispatch
✅≥99.5% purityFSANZ approved
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Food Grade ≥99.5% Pure FSANZ Approved Lab Tested COA Available
Dextrose Monohydrate is pure glucose powder — the simplest, most rapidly absorbed sugar. Derived from corn starch, food grade, and used extensively in baking, brewing, fermentation, confectionery, sports nutrition and food manufacturing. Less sweet than table sugar (sucrose) with a clean, neutral flavour and excellent solubility. Available in bulk packs from 1kg to 10kg.
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Backed by AuSaMicS Pty Ltd — Australian manufacturer and supplier of food-grade ingredients trusted by 500+ Australian businesses. Every batch lab-tested before dispatch.
Popular uses
🍞Baking & BreadYeast activation, browning, moisture retention
🍺Brewing & FermentationBeer, wine, kombucha, cider
🍬ConfectioneryLollies, fondant, glazes, caramel
💪Sports NutritionFast-acting carbohydrate for energy drinks
🏭Food ManufacturingSauces, dressings, dairy, processed foods
🧪Fermentation MediaMicrobial growth, culture media
Why Benario Dextrose Monohydrate
- Food grade ≥99.5% purity — FSANZ approved permitted food ingredient
- Lab-tested purity — Certificate of Analysis available on request
- Pure glucose — faster absorption than sucrose; ~75% as sweet as table sugar
- Packed in Australia — quality-checked before every dispatch
- Four bulk sizes: 1kg, 2.5kg, 5kg and 10kg
- Excellent solubility — dissolves easily in warm water, ideal for liquid applications
- Versatile — baking, brewing, fermentation, confectionery and sports nutrition
Quick reference
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Also known as | D-Glucose monohydrate, corn sugar, grape sugar, blood sugar |
| CAS number | 5996-10-1 |
| Form | White crystalline powder |
| Purity | ≥ 99.5% (dextrose equivalent) |
| Sweetness vs sucrose | ~75% (less sweet than table sugar) |
| Fermentability | 100% fermentable by yeast |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in warm water |
| Pack sizes | 1kg · 2.5kg · 5kg · 10kg |
| Shelf life | 24 months (sealed, cool & dry) |
| Standard | FSANZ permitted food ingredient |
💡 Baking tip: Dextrose is ~75% as sweet as sucrose — increase quantity by 25–30% when substituting for sugar. It also browns more readily in the oven, so reduce baking temperature slightly if needed.
Benario is a trading name of AuSaMicS Pty Ltd (ABN 56 676 640 467). This product is intended for use as a food ingredient. Always use in accordance with applicable Australian food standards.
Dextrose Monohydrate is one of the most versatile food ingredients available — used across baking, brewing, fermentation, confectionery and sports nutrition. Usage levels and method vary significantly by application.
Recommended usage levels by application
| Application | Usage level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bread & yeast baking | 1 – 5% of flour weight | Feeds yeast directly — faster rise than sucrose |
| Sports / energy drink | 5 – 10% by weight | Dissolve in water — fast-acting carbohydrate |
| Beer & homebrew | As per recipe | Priming sugar or adjunct — adds fermentable sugar |
| Confectionery / fondant | As per recipe | Less sweet than sucrose — smooth texture |
| Fermentation media | As per formulation | Standard carbon source for microbial cultures |
| Glazes & sauces | 5 – 15% by weight | Adds body and mild sweetness without sucrose |
| Kombucha / water kefir | As per recipe | Directly fermentable by cultures |
| Food manufacturing | As per formulation spec | Replaces or blends with sucrose in many applications |
Key properties to know
- ~75% as sweet as sucrose — adjust quantities when substituting in recipes
- 100% fermentable — yeast consume it completely, leaving no residual sweetness
- Browns faster than sucrose via Maillard reaction — reduce oven temperature slightly
- Highly hygroscopic — absorbs moisture from air; keep container sealed tightly
- Dissolves well in warm water — stir into liquid before adding to dry mixes
- Gluten-free and vegan — suitable for most dietary requirements
💡 Formulation tip: Dextrose is approximately 75% as sweet as sucrose (table sugar) — if substituting dextrose for sugar in a recipe, increase the quantity by about 25–30% to match sweetness. It also browns more readily via the Maillard reaction, giving deeper colour to baked goods. For brewing, dextrose is 100% fermentable — it adds no residual sweetness or body to beer.
Dextrose vs Sucrose comparison
| Property | Dextrose Monohydrate | Sucrose (table sugar) |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar type | Monosaccharide (glucose) | Disaccharide (glucose + fructose) |
| Relative sweetness | ~75% | 100% |
| Fermentability | 100% fermentable | Must be inverted by yeast first |
| Maillard browning | Faster / deeper | Standard |
| Hygroscopicity | Higher | Lower |
| Solubility | Good (warm water) | Excellent |
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat
- Keep container tightly sealed — dextrose is hygroscopic and will clump if exposed to moisture
- Clumping does not affect purity or performance — break up before use
- Shelf life: 24 months from manufacture date when stored correctly
Usage levels are indicative. Always comply with applicable FSANZ food standards. AuSaMicS Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for use outside recommended guidelines.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | D-Glucose monohydrate |
| CAS number | 5996-10-1 |
| Molecular formula | C₆H₁₂O₆·H₂O |
| Molecular weight | 198.17 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Purity (dextrose equivalent) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Moisture content | 7.5 – 9.5% (as monohydrate) |
| Sulphated ash | ≤ 0.25% |
| Specific rotation [α]D²⁰ | +52.5° to +53.3° |
| pH (10% solution) | 3.5 – 5.5 |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 0.5 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | ≤ 1 mg/kg |
| Source | Corn starch (non-GMO available on request) |
| Applicable standard | FSANZ Food Standards Code, FAO/WHO JECFA, FCC |
International approvals
| Market | Code / Name | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Australia / NZ (FSANZ) | Permitted food ingredient | Approved — no E number required |
| European Union | No E number — natural ingredient | Approved |
| United States (FDA) | GRAS — Generally Recognised as Safe | Approved |
| INS (Codex) | No INS number — natural sugar | Approved |
Pack sizes & pricing
| Size | Price (AUD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1kg | $12.90 | Home bakers, brewers, testing |
| 2.5kg | $24.90 | Regular home use, small catering |
| 5kg | $42.90 | Frequent use, small commercial |
| 10kg | $74.90 | Food manufacturers, commercial breweries, bulk |
COA available on request — info@benario.com.au
Specifications represent typical values. Batch-specific results confirmed in COA.
Dextrose Monohydrate is a naturally occurring sugar with an excellent safety profile. It is a permitted food ingredient under the FSANZ Food Standards Code and GRAS in the USA.
Key safety points
- Permitted food ingredient under FSANZ Food Standards Code
- GRAS (Generally Recognised as Safe) in the USA
- Derived from corn starch — may not be suitable for people with corn allergies
- Gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian suitable
- Diabetics and people with blood sugar conditions should consult a healthcare professional
- Keep dry powder away from direct heat and ignition sources in large quantities
First aid
| Route | Action |
|---|---|
| Skin contact | Wash with water. No significant risk. |
| Eye contact | Rinse with clean water for 15 minutes. Seek medical advice if irritation persists. |
| Ingestion | Food-grade ingredient — no significant risk at normal quantities. Seek medical advice if large quantities ingested. |
| Inhalation | Move to fresh air. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist. |
GHS classification
| Hazard category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Physical hazards | Not classified (combustible dust — standard precautions for bulk handling) |
| Health hazards | Not classified |
| Environmental hazards | Not classified |
| Signal word | None required |
Full SDS available on request — info@benario.com.au
This is a general safety summary only. For commercial use, request the full SDS. AuSaMicS Pty Ltd (ABN 56 676 640 467) accepts no liability for misuse of this product.
Frequently asked questions
Dextrose (glucose) is a monosaccharide — a single sugar molecule. Regular table sugar (sucrose) is a disaccharide made of glucose and fructose. Dextrose is approximately 75% as sweet as sucrose, absorbs faster in the body, and is 100% fermentable. It browns more readily in baking due to the Maillard reaction.
Yes, with adjustments. Because dextrose is less sweet than sucrose, increase the quantity by approximately 25–30% to match the sweetness of a recipe. Also note that dextrose absorbs moisture more readily and may make baked goods slightly softer. It browns faster, so reduce baking temperature slightly if needed.
Yes. Dextrose monohydrate and glucose powder (or glucose monohydrate) refer to the same compound — D-glucose with one molecule of water. The terms are used interchangeably in food manufacturing and retail.
Yes. Dextrose is the preferred sugar for homebrewing because it is 100% fermentable — unlike sucrose which must first be broken down by yeast. It adds fermentable sugar without residual sweetness or body, making it ideal for beer priming, wine chaptalization and kombucha brewing.
Yes. Dextrose Monohydrate is vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free. It is derived from corn starch. People with corn allergies should avoid this product.
Yes. Email info@benario.com.au with your order number for a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.
The 1kg pack suits home bakers, brewers and first-time buyers. The 2.5kg and 5kg are ideal for regular home use and small commercial production. The 10kg is best value for food manufacturers, commercial breweries and bulk buyers.
Have a question not answered here? Contact us at info@benario.com.au — we typically respond within 1 business day.
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