Isomalto-oligosaccharide (corn) Powder

What is IMO?

Isomaltooligosaccharide (IMO) Powder is a water-soluble prebiotic oligosaccharide made from non-GMO corn or tapioca starch. This free-flowing white powder has mild sweetness, low calories, good heat & acid stability and anti-caries properties, which helps boost the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and suits beverages, dairy, bakery, confectionery and dietary supplements. The production includes starch slurry preparation, liquefaction by α-amylase, saccharification and transglycosylation with transglucosidase, enzyme deactivation, decolorization, ion-exchange purification, vacuum concentration, spray drying, sieving and aseptic packaging to guarantee consistent food-grade quality.

Benefits

Gut Microbiota Balance: Helps support a balanced gut microbiota.
Digestive Health: Supports healthy bowel function and digestive comfort.
Oral Health: May help support dental health.
Mineral Absorption: May help promote mineral absorption.
Immune Support: May help support normal immune function.

Applications

Suitable for beverages, bakery products, confectionery, dairy products, nutritional foods, and dietary supplements.

Specifications

Available in IMO 500 and IMO 900 grades, as well as Organic Corn-Based IMO, to meet various formulation requirements. Actual specifications are subject to the product specification sheet for each grade.

Physical Properties

Item	Description
Appearance	White to light yellow powder
Odor	Mild, characteristic odor
Taste	Mild sweetness
Solubility	Soluble in water
Stability	Stable under recommended storage conditions. Avoid excessive heat and moisture.
Storage Conditions	Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Raw Material Source	Produced from starch through enzymatic hydrolysis and transglycosylation, followed by purification, concentration, and drying.

Note: Actual specifications, including appearance, moisture content, and IMO content, are subject to the product specification sheet for each grade (IMO 500 or IMO 900).