Maltodextrin (CAS No. 9050-36-6) is a water-soluble, hygroscopic polysaccharide powder produced from the partial hydrolysis of starch. As a concentrated source of saccharide polymers, it functions as a rapidly digestible carbohydrate with neutral flavor and improved mouthfeel. It can be used as a versatile additive for food and beverage applications, providing a wide range of benefits, including anticaking, bulking, stabilizing, thickening, and more. This nutritive maltodextrin powder also has preservative properties to increase the shelf life of packaged foods.