The object of the present invention is to provide a powdery product comprising
crystalline -maltose monohydrate which is powderized by spray method, and
has a high-solubility in aqueous solvents and a satisfactory handleability, and
to its preparation and uses. The present invention solves the above object by establishing
a powdery product comprising crystalline -maltose monohydrate which comprises
7% (w/w) or more but less than 14% (w/w) -anomeric maltose, and has a crystallinity
of 62% or more but less than 72%; a process for producing thereof which comprises
the steps of producing a massecuite from an aqueous maltose solution comprising
86% (w/w) or more but less than 93% (w/w) of maltose and 2% (w/w) or more of glucose,
on a dry solid basis, powderizing by a spray method, keeping in a relatively low
humidity and a relatively high temperature, and further keeping in a relatively
high humidity- and a relatively low temperature-condition; and uses thereof for
various compositions such as foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
