High Fructose Corn Syrup: Advantages, Applications, and FAQs

 

High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is a widely used sweetener in the food and beverage industry. Due to its economic and functional benefits, it has become a popular substitute for traditional cane sugar. This article outlines the key advantages, application fields, and answers some frequently asked questions related to transportation, pricing, payment terms, MOQ, shelf life, packaging, and sample availability.

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What are the Advantages of High Fructose Corn Syrup?

 

High Fructose Corn Syrup offers several advantages over sucrose (cane sugar):

 

1. Cost Efficiency: HFCS has a lower price with a similar level of sweetness as cane sugar, making it a cost-effective solution for manufacturers. This can help reduce production costs and improve market competitiveness.
2. High Osmotic Pressure: HFCS has a higher osmotic pressure than sucrose, which helps retain fruit flavors and enhances product texture and shelf stability in various formulations.

 

Application Fields of High Fructose Corn Syrup

 

HFCS is versatile and widely used in multiple industries, including:

Food industry: baked goods, beverages, candies, and more

Health-care food: functional drinks, energy bars

Pharmaceuticals: syrups, flavor-masking in medications

Household seasonings: sauces, ketchups

Daily chemicals: toothpaste, personal care products

 

Frequently Asked Questions about High Fructose Corn Syrup

 

1. How do we transport the commodities?

 

High Fructose Corn Syrup is usually transported by sea freight.
For more details, please contact: pharma@gzchem.com

 

2. What' s the price item?

 

We offer flexible pricing terms such as FOB, CNF, and CIF based on customers’ needs.

 

3. What is the payment term?

 

We support various payment methods including O/A and L/C.

 

4. What' s the price?

 

The market price fluctuates, so please email us for the latest quotation.

 

5. What' s the packaging?

 

We offer multiple packaging options:

200L PE barrels

1000kg IBC containers

25kg tinplate drums

20kg PP barrels

Liquid bag containers

25kg square pails

21000L tank containers

Please contact us for detailed packaging information.

 

6. What is the MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity)?

 

Typically, the MOQ is one 20GP container.

 

7. How long is the shelf life of HFCS?

 

The shelf life varies by packaging type:

3 months for liquid bag

6 months for barrel packaging

 

8. Can free sample be provided?

 

Yes, we can provide free samples for customers' evaluation.

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If you're looking for a reliable HFCS supplier with flexible service, competitive prices, and multiple packaging options, feel free to reach out to us at pharma@gzchem.com. We look forward to working with you!