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Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone 96% EP.
Brief Chemical Information]
[Product Name]: Neohesperidine Dihydrochalcone
[Synonym]: Neohesperidin DC , NHDC
[Specification]: 96% Min HPLC （EP）
[Appearance]: Off-white crystalline powder
[CAS No.]: 20702-77-6
[EINECS No.] 243-978-6
[FEMA] 3811
[CEE no. ] E959
[Molecular Formula]：C28H36O15
[Molecular Weight]：612.58
[Shelf life]: 2 years
[Recommendation dosage]:  Intense sweetener: 20～30 mg/ L，
Flavour enhancer: 4～5 mg/ L

[Microbiological Control ]
Total Plate Count: 1000CFU/g max
Yeast & Mold: 100CFU/g max
E.Coli: Negative
Salmonella: Negative

[Chemistry of Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone]
Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone, sometimes abbreviated to Neohesperidin DC or simply NHDC, is an artificial sweetener derived from citrus.

Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone (Neo-DHC) is synthesized by chemical treatment of neohesperidin, a bitter component of bitter orange, grapefruit, and other citrus fruit peel and pulp. Although it is derived from a natural source, it has undergone chemical transformations, so it is not a natural product. Neo-DHC does not occur in nature.

[Advantages of Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone]
Like other highly sweet glycosides, such as glycyrrhizin and those found in stevia, NHDC's sweet taste has a slower onset than sugar's and lingers in the mouth for some time. Unlike aspartame, NHDC is stable to elevated temperatures and to acidic or basic conditions, and so can be used in applications that require a long shelf life. NHDC itself can stay foodsafe for up to five years when stored in optimal conditions.

[Recommended Dosage]
NHDC in pure form is found as a white substance not unlike powdered sugar. In food it is used as a flavour enhancer in concentrations of around 4-5 parts per million (ppm) and as an artificial sweetener at around 15-20 ppm.

[Properities]
Neohesperidin dihydrochalcone has very limited solubility in water. It is quite stable to heat.

[Safety]
Neo-DHC has been approved as a sweetener by the European Union, but not by the FDA. In the United States, neo-DHC is approved only for use as a flavor enhancer.

[Other Information]
Because of its off tastes, neo-DHC is not very suitable for use as a sole sweetener, but it can be useful when combined with one or more other sweeteners.

[Packing & Storage]
Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.N.W.:25kgs .I.D.40cm*H50cm
Store in a well-closed container Away from moisture.

[Shelf Life]
Two years if sealed and store away from direct sun light.