Natural Humectant Syrup
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup is a 100% natural, clean-label humectant and moisturising syrup formulated from natural unmodified cassava (tapioca) starch. It locks in moisture, enhances texture and extends shelf life, while also offering binding, gluten replacement and fat replacement properties and adding moistness to the final product.
MoistPlus® is a clear, colourless syrup with no flavour or odour — bland to pleasant sweet — so it integrates into formulations without altering taste or appearance. It is declared simply as “Tapioca Starch,” “Tapioca Syrup” or “Tapioca Dextrin Syrup,” with no E-number.
Ideal for snack bars and protein balls, gluten-free baking, plant-based applications, baking, ice cream and confectionery, MoistPlus® is non-GMO, gluten-free, allergen-free, vegan, Halal and Kosher, SQF certified, with a 24-month shelf life.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Item Code | MP-SYR |
| Product Name | MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup |
| Source | Unmodified cassava (tapioca) starch |
| Label Declaration | Tapioca Starch / Tapioca Syrup / Tapioca Dextrin Syrup |
| Appearance | Clear colourless viscous liquid |
| Taste | Bland to slightly sweet |
| Aroma | Odourless / clean flavour |
| Brix | 76–77% |
| pH | 4.0–5.0 |
| Moisture | < 25% |
| DE Value | 24–28% |
| Country of Origin | Australia |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Storage | Cool dry place away from heat and light |
| Dosage | Contact Nexus Ingredient for application-specific guidance |
Natural Tapioca Humectant
Locks in moisture to keep products soft, moist and fresh for longer — from a single natural cassava (tapioca) ingredient.
Clear & Flavourless
A colourless, odourless syrup that won’t affect the colour or taste of your finished product.
Clean Tapioca Label
Declares simply as Tapioca Starch — no E-number, no synthetic humectants like glycerine or sorbitol.
Certifications
- SQF
- HACCP
- Halal
- Kosher
- Non-GMO
- Allergen Free
- Gluten Free
- Clean Label
- Vegan
Why MoistPlus®?
- Natural Humectant: Binds and locks in moisture to keep products soft, moist and fresh for longer.
- Shelf Life Extension: Increases the shelf life of finished products.
- Texture Enhancement: Improves texture and adds moistness to the final product.
- Binding: Acts as a natural binder in bars, balls and baked applications.
- Gluten Replacement: Provides a gluten replacement effect in gluten-free formulations.
- Fat Replacement: Functions as a fat replacement in suitable applications.
- 100% Natural & Clean Label: A single clean-label ingredient declared simply as Tapioca Starch, Tapioca Syrup or Tapioca Dextrin Syrup, with no E-number.
- Cassava (Tapioca) Based: Made from natural unmodified cassava (tapioca) starch.
- Clear & Flavourless: A clear, colourless syrup with no flavour or odour, so it integrates without altering taste or appearance.
- Allergen-Free: Free from all major allergens, in the product, on the line and in the facility.
- Non-GMO & Gluten-Free: Non-GMO, gluten-free and vegan-suitable.
- 24-Month Shelf Life: Stable for 24 months when stored in a cool, dry place.
- Snack Bars & Protein Balls: Retains moisture and improves texture in bars and protein balls.
- Gluten-Free Baking: Provides moistness and a gluten replacement effect in gluten-free baked goods.
- Plant-Based Applications: A 100% plant-based humectant suitable for plant-based formulations.
- Baking: Adds moistness and extends freshness in general baked goods.
- Ice Cream: Improves texture and moisture control in ice cream.
- Confectionery: Maintains softness and texture in confectionery.
Functions
Extension
Migration
Yields
Applications
Packing Options
| Product Name | Pack Sizes |
|---|---|
| MoistPlus® Syrup | 20 kg Pail (~44 lb), 1,400 kg (~3,086 lb) |
MoistPlus® Clean Label Humectant
(bulk/B2B supplier)
Availability (bulk/B2B) in the following countries: United States • United Kingdom • Australia
Specs • Samples • Technical support
Frequently Asked Questions
What is MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup?
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup is a 100% natural, clean-label humectant and moisturising syrup made from natural unmodified cassava (tapioca) starch. It locks in moisture, enhances texture and increases shelf life, while also offering binding, gluten replacement and fat replacement properties. It is a clear, colourless syrup with a bland to slightly sweet taste and no odour.
What is MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup made from?
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup is formulated from natural unmodified cassava (tapioca) starch. It contains tapioca starch and concentrated tapioca starch syrup, with no artificial additives, preservatives, colours or flavours.
How is MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup declared on the ingredient label?
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup can be declared on the ingredient label as "Tapioca Starch," "Tapioca Syrup," or "Tapioca Dextrin Syrup." It carries no E-number, supporting a clean, consumer-friendly label.
What does MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup do in a formulation?
MoistPlus® acts as a natural humectant that binds and retains moisture, keeping products soft, moist and fresh for longer. It also enhances texture, adds moistness, provides binding, and offers a gluten replacement and fat replacement effect, while helping to extend shelf life.
What applications is MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup suitable for?
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup is suited to snack bars and protein balls, gluten-free baking, plant-based applications, general baking, ice cream and confectionery. Its clear, flavourless, odourless profile means it integrates without altering the taste or appearance of the finished product.
Is MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup gluten-free?
Yes. MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup does not contain gluten. Tapioca is naturally gluten-free, and the production process introduces no gluten-containing materials. Each production lot is tested gluten-free at less than 5 ppm by a third-party ISO 17025 accredited laboratory, in compliance with the FDA Gluten-Free Labeling Final Rule (21 CFR §101.91).
How is MoistPlus® different from CapMoist® and CapMoist® Sugar Free?
All three are natural Nexus humectants, but they differ in base ingredient, label and sensory profile. MoistPlus® is made from tapioca starch, is clear, colourless and flavourless, and declares as "Tapioca Starch / Tapioca Syrup / Tapioca Dextrin Syrup" — the best choice when you need a neutral humectant that won't affect colour or taste. CapMoist® Liquid is made from grape juice concentrate and rice syrup, has a warm amber colour and contributes flavour, declaring as "Grape Juice, Rice Syrup." CapMoist® Sugar Free is a cassava-based syrup engineered for sugar reduction, carrying ≤2% sugars and a fibre contribution, declaring as "Cassava Root Syrup." In short: choose MoistPlus® for a neutral tapioca label, CapMoist® Liquid for a fruit/grain label with flavour and colour, and CapMoist® Sugar Free when reducing sugar and adding fibre are the priority.
When should I choose MoistPlus® over glycerine or sorbitol?
MoistPlus® is suited to formulations where a clean, natural label matters. Where glycerine (E422) and sorbitol (E420) carry E-numbers and a synthetic perception, MoistPlus® delivers humectant function while declaring as a simple tapioca ingredient with no E-number — supporting a consumer-friendly label without the synthetic additive.
Will MoistPlus® affect the colour or flavour of my finished product?
No. MoistPlus® is a clear, colourless syrup with a bland to slightly sweet taste and no odour, so it integrates into a formulation without altering its appearance or flavour. This makes it well suited to light-coloured and delicately flavoured products where a neutral humectant is required.
What certifications does MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup hold?
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup is SQF, HACCP, Halal (Australian Halal Authority and Advisers) and Kosher (Kosher Australia) certified, and gluten-free verified per lot. It is also non-GMO, allergen-free and vegan-suitable. Certificates are available as separate PDF attachments on request.
What is the shelf life of MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup, and how should it be stored?
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup is stable for 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight, in sealed containers. Refrigeration is not required. Once opened, pails should be used within two months.
What pack sizes is MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup available in?
MoistPlus® Humectant Syrup is available in a 20 kg pail (~44 lb) and a 1,400 kg IBC/tote (~3,086 lb). Custom packaging and larger volumes are available on request — contact Nexus Ingredient for bulk quantities, contract supply and custom pack sizes.