Liquid glucose, also known as glucose syrup, is a sweet, viscous liquid derived from starch. It has various applications across food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors. Here are some of the main uses of liquid glucose:
# Food Industry
1. _Confectionery_: Liquid glucose is used to make candies, chocolates, and caramels.
2. _Baking_: It's used in baked goods, such as cakes, cookies, and pastries.
3. _Beverages_: Liquid glucose is used as a sweetener in energy drinks, sports drinks, and flavored waters.
4. _Ice cream and frozen desserts_: It helps improve texture and prevents ice crystal formation.
# Pharmaceutical Industry
1. _Excipient_: Liquid glucose is used as a binder, sweetener, and stabilizer in pharmaceutical products.