Description
D-Fructose 98% Pure | Premium Fruit Sugar for Food Industry
D-Fructose (CAS No. 57-48-7) is a naturally occurring monosaccharide, also known as fruit sugar, supplied here in Extra Pure grade with 98% purity. It is a white, crystalline powder with a high level of sweetness and excellent solubility in water, making it ideal for use in food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and biochemical applications across South Africa and the SADC region.
Extra Pure D-Fructose for Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Applications
In the food industry, D-Fructose is commonly used as a low-glycemic index sweetener in beverages, baked goods, and health products. This premium grade fruit sugar meets international food safety standards and is essential for nutritional supplement formulations. In pharmaceuticals, it is utilized in oral syrups, powder blends, and nutritional supplements for energy release and taste enhancement.
According to the International Food Information Council, D-fructose offers unique advantages in low-glycemic formulations, making it increasingly popular among health-conscious consumers in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. The Journal of Nutritional Science highlights its role in metabolic research and therapeutic applications.
Technical Specifications and Chemical Properties
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | D-Fructose |
| CAS Number | 57-48-7 |
| HS Code | 1702.50.00 |
| Purity | 98% |
| Appearance | White Crystalline Powder |
| Grade | Extra Pure |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₁₂O₆ |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 g/mol |
| Taste | Very Sweet |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Solubility | Freely Soluble in Water |
| Melting Point | ~103–105 °C (crystalline form) |
| Shelf Life | 5 Years |
| Packaging | HDPE Jars, Moisture-Resistant Bags, Steel Drums, 25kg Sacks |
| UN Number | Not Regulated |
Laboratory and Research Applications of Pure D-Fructose
In laboratory environments, D-Fructose serves as a carbon source in microbiological media and as a reactant in enzymatic and fermentation studies. For comprehensive biochemical research applications, our technical team provides detailed protocols for optimal usage. It is especially valuable for research in metabolic pathways and sugar metabolism studies conducted in universities and research institutes across Southern Africa.
Storage and Packaging Solutions
Available in various packaging formats to meet different industry requirements:
- HDPE Jars: 500g, 1kg, 5kg for laboratory and small-scale applications
- Moisture-Resistant Bags: 10kg, 25kg for food manufacturing
- Steel Drums: 200kg for industrial-scale production
- Bulk Sacks: 500kg, 1000kg for large food processors
When stored properly in sealed, moisture-proof containers in a cool, dry environment, the product maintains its stability for up to 5 years, ensuring consistent quality for manufacturers across the SADC region.
Industrial Applications Across Multiple Sectors
- Sweetening agent in health foods and beverages
- Ingredient in pharmaceutical syrups and nutritional supplements
- Carbon source in microbial culture and fermentation processes
- Research reagent in carbohydrate metabolism and enzymatic studies
- Used in cosmetic formulations for skin conditioning
- Low-glycemic sweetener for diabetic-friendly products
- Fermentation substrate for biotechnology applications
- Energy supplement in sports nutrition products
