Glucono-delta-lactone sounds like a technical chemical term at first, but it is actually a multifunctional additive. GDL is more common in food than you might expect, as its ability to gently acidify food is in demand. What makes this food additive so special and why is it indispensable for certain applications?
GDL is a naturally occurring solid that is obtained by the oxidation of glucose and is present as a white, crystalline powder with a mildly sweet taste. Another ability is decisive for its frequent use, as it hydrolyzes slowly to gluconic acid in aqueous solution, it can release acid over a longer period of time and generate controlled acidification in certain food production processes. This property makes GDL a preferred acidifier in the food industry. It also serves as a preservative and texturizer.
Specifically, there are even foods that are dependent on precisely these properties. In Asian cuisine, for example, GDL is used as a coagulant in the production of tofu, in baking powder it controls the rising properties of dough and in instant drinks and desserts GDL is used to preserve flavor and balance aromas.
In addition to its versatility in areas of application, there is another aspect that makes GDL an interesting additive. In view of the trend towards a healthier diet and the desire to avoid artificial additives, the requirement for natural alternatives is growing among consumers.
Due to its natural origin and the easier approval of natural ingredients by the authorities, GDL represents a sensible alternative to synthetically produced ingredients such as lactic acid, citric acid or tartaric acid. However, none of these products offer exactly the same effect as GDL, particularly with regard to slow hydrolysis to gluconic acid, which is important for pH control in some applications (e.g. tofu production).
The combination of functionality, compatibility and sustainability makes GDL an ideal solution for modern food production.
If you are looking for a reliable and versatile product that combines health aspects with functionality and quality improvement, then Glucono-Delta-Lactone from COFERMIN is the right choice. COFERMIN offers you not only a food additive of the highest quality, but also tailor-made solutions through specific granulation/sieving and packaging.
The path to food production with naturally produced additives is clear.
Please contact us and let us advise you.
Celina Krienke
Sales & Marketing Manager