Fructose (D-Fructose) is a naturally occurring monosaccharide found in fruits, honey, and root vegetables. With a sweetness approximately 1.2–1.8 times that of sucrose and a low glycaemic index of 19, fructose is widely used as a low-GI sweetener in diabetic-friendly formulations and sports nutrition products where sustained energy release is preferred over rapid glucose spikes.
Applications:
- Diabetic-friendly food and beverage sweetening
- Sports nutrition and sustained energy formulations
- Pharmaceutical syrup and oral liquid sweetener
- Confectionery and bakery product sweetening
Key Features & Benefits:
- GI of 19 — significantly lower than sucrose (GI 65) and glucose (GI 100)
- 1.2–1.8x sweeter than sucrose — lower use levels possible
- No animal substance – halal-certified
- White crystalline powder, highly water-soluble
- Enhances fruit and berry flavour perception in formulations
