Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide that is used as a food additive. This compound is made from starch by partial hydrolysis, and is usually found in the form of white powder which is dried by spray-drying and is hygroscopic.Formula: C6nH (10n + 2) O (5n + 1) Melting point: 240 ° C Molar mass: varies Water solubility: Easily soluble or easily dispersed in water Soluble in: Water