The Application of Polydextrose in Ready Meals and Prepared Dishes
High solubility across various food matrices
Low calorie content with bulking properties
Mild sweetness without aftertaste issues
Compatible with diverse formulation systems
The Application of Polydextrose in Ready Meals and Prepared Dishes
What Is Hifibers™Polydextrose?
Soluble Dietary Fibre for Sugar & Fat Reduction
Hifibers™Polydextrose is a low-calorie soluble dietary fibre produced by the melt polycondensation of glucose with small amounts of sorbitol and citric acid, forming a randomly cross-linked glucose polymer. It appears as a white to light-yellow powder with excellent solubility, delivers a mild, clean sweetness and a sugar-like body and mouthfeel, and provides only about 1 kcal/g.
As a versatile food ingredient, Hifibers™Polydextrose is widely used across the global food industry as a sugar replacer, a fat replacer (bulking agent) and a dietary fibre fortifier, helping manufacturers reduce sugar, fat and calories while preserving the expected texture, body and eating quality of their products.
Health Benefits
Supports Digestive Health
Polydextrose is not digested or absorbed in the upper gastrointestinal tract. In the large intestine it is partially fermented by the gut microbiota, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria such as bifidobacteria, while increasing stool bulk and softening stools to support normal bowel function and regularity.
Helps Manage Post-Meal Blood Glucose
With a very low glycaemic index (approximately 4-7), Hifibers™Polydextrose replaces part of the sugar and refined carbohydrates in a formulation, effectively lowering the postprandial glycaemic response, which makes it suitable for low-sugar and carbohydrate-controlled meals.
Low in Calories, Supports Weight Management
Providing only about 1 kcal/g (roughly one quarter of sucrose), Hifibers™Polydextrose delivers good satiety and body at a minimal caloric cost, making it an ideal ingredient for low-calorie, reduced-fat and weight-control meal products.
Tooth-Friendly
Polydextrose is not fermented by cariogenic oral bacteria to produce acid and therefore does not contribute to tooth decay, supporting sugar-free and tooth-friendly formulations.
Application Advantages
High-Fibre Fortification Without Compromising Texture
Thanks to its high solubility and clean, smooth mouthfeel, Hifibers™Polydextrose lacks the gritty or coarse sensation of bran-type fibres. It can substantially raise the fibre content of ready meals, congees, noodle products and pizzas while preserving the smooth texture and natural flavour expected from the dish.
A Multi-Functional Ingredient for Sugar, Fat and Calorie Reduction
A single ingredient performs three roles at once - sugar replacement, fat replacement and bulking. In low-carbohydrate, low-calorie and weight-loss meals it replaces part of the sugar, oil and refined starch, enabling combined "low sugar / low fat / low calorie plus high fibre" claims.
High Processing Tolerance
Hifibers™Polydextrose withstands high temperatures and acidic conditions and remains stable through freeze-thaw cycles, ambient long-shelf-life storage and microwave heating. It is suitable for soft-pouch ambient meals, frozen pizzas, cup noodles and many other processing and storage formats, without adverse interactions with other ingredients.
Globally Recognised and Label-Friendly
Approved in China, the US, the EU and Japan, Hifibers™Polydextrose counts as dietary fibre on nutrition labels and supports claims such as "high fibre", "low sugar" and "low energy". It is colourless and neutral in taste and does not alter the characteristic flavour of a meal.
Product Application Cases
Product Information
Brand: Glico Sunao | Company: Ezaki Glico
Low carbohydrate (Locabo sugar control), high fibre, free from artificial seasonings, colourings, thickeners and preservatives
Key Ingredients
Hifibers™Polydextrose Value
High Fibre & Carbohydrate Reduction: Contributes the core share of the 16.9 g dietary fibre per serving, bringing net carbohydrate down to ~28 g to meet Japan's Locabo dietary standard.
Carbohydrate Simulation without Blood Sugar Impact: Replaces part of the rice and starch to provide carbohydrate-like body with virtually no impact on postprandial blood glucose.
Texture & Flavour Preservation: Excellent solubility maintains a smooth and creamy risotto texture without coarse fibre sensation or interference with natural tomato flavour.
Product Information
Brand: Pizza Oggi | Company: Oggi Foods
Gluten-free, non-GMO, reduced allergens, premium handcrafted, eco-friendly recyclable packaging
Key Ingredients
Hifibers™Polydextrose Value
Gluten-Free Crust Structure: Works in a composite fibre system with psyllium husk and inulin to replace the gluten network, providing water retention and body to keep the crust soft and moist.
Dietary Fibre Fortification: Contributes to 6 g of dietary fibre per serving (21% DV), converting a traditionally low-fibre pizza into a high-fibre meal option.
Flavor & Browning Synergy: Rounds out the sweetness profile alongside small amounts of fructose and brown sugar while aiding golden-brown crust color development during baking.
Product Information
Brand: Nupo | Company: Nupo (Danish weight-loss meal-replacement brand)
Clinically proven, total diet replacement for weight control, added fibre, vegan, diet / light meal
Key Ingredients
Hifibers™Polydextrose Value
Low-Calorie Bulking & Satiety: Delivers carbohydrate-like body and mild sweetness at ~1 kcal/g, simulating real-meal texture in an 85-kcal sachet.
Mouthfeel Simulation: Works with plant proteins and psyllium husk to give reconstituted risotto a thick, creamy consistency and satisfying chew without adding significant calories.
Digestive Health Support: Supplies essential dietary fibre to support normal bowel regularity during energy-restricted dieting regimens.
Company Introduction
Leading Global Manufacturer of Functional Sweeteners Since 1997
Baolingbao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a leading global manufacturer specializing in the R&D, manufacturing, and solution services of functional carbohydrates. Founded in 1997, we are focused on enzyme engineering and fermentation engineering, serving customers across more than 100 countries and regions worldwide.
In 2009, we became the first functional sugar company listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 002286) in China's A-share market. Today, we have established deep strategic partnerships with major global customers including Coca-Cola, Danone, Yili Group, and Perfect (China).The company operates on a site spanning 300 acres, with an annual production capacity of 600,000 tons and a workforce of 1,300 employees.
Advanced R&D Capabilities
Possessing 9 R&D platforms including national enterprise technology center, national-local joint engineering lab, and postdoctoral research workstation. Expert team composed of academicians, Taishan Scholars, and overseas experts.
Global Market Presence
Products exported to over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Strategic partnerships with majority of core customers across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and dietary supplement industries.
World-Class Manufacturing
Baolingbao's production infrastructure is characterized by a high degree of automation, intelligence, and digitalization. The company has made substantial investments in key facilities, including drying towers, pharmaceutical-grade sugar production lines, digital erythritol plants, and intelligent stereo warehouses. Featuring internationally sourced technologies and advanced control systems, these initiatives have enhanced production efficiency, reduced energy consumption, and enabled full traceability across the supply chain.In support of sustainable operations, Baolingbao manages 40,000 mu (approximately 2,667 hectares) of regenerative agricultural planting bases and generates 10 million kWh of photovoltaic power annually.
Comprehensive Quality Assurance
First batch to pass FDA on-site audit. Certified with GMP, GRAS, HALAL, Kosher, Organic (US & EU standards), ISO9001/22000/14000/45001. End-to-end food safety from farm to table.
Innovation & Industry Leadership
Over 260 patent applications submitted with 97 patents granted and more than 70 core technologies developed. Actively participated in formulation of 1 international standard and over 30 national standards.
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