Alfadex

1.Quick Details

English Name: Alfadex
CAS No.:  10016-20-3
Other Names:  alpha-Cyclodextrin
MF:  C36H60O30
EINECS No.:  233-007-4
Purity:  98.0-101.0%
Appearance:  White crystalline powder

sample:  available
Place of Origin:  Hubei, China (Mainland)
Type:  Agrochemical Intermediates, Flavor & Fragrance Intermediates, Pharmaceutical Intermediates
Packaging: 10kg/bag, 2bag/Box, 25kg/drum
Application:  pharmaceutical,pesticide,daily chemical,environment-protection,food 

2.Description

The hydrophobic cavity and the hydrophilic outer surface of alpha-cyclodextrin form the basis for its use in the food industry.

alpha-Cyclodextrin, like its homologues beta- and gamma-cyclodextrin, can function as

1) A carrier and stabilizer for flavors, colors, and sweeteners;
2) An absorbent for suppression of undesirable flavors and odors in foods;
3) An absorbent for suppression of halitosis (in breath-freshening preparations);
4) A water- solubilizer for fatty acids and vitamins.