Inulin is obtained from chicory root by removing protein,gum,crude fiber and minerals,and by water extraction,ion exchange,membrane filtration and spray drying.Like Polydextrose and oligosaccharide,it is often used as a soluble dietary fiber and prebiotic.
Technical parameter

| Moisture, % | Less than or equal to 4.5 |
| Inulin % | Greater than or equal to 90.0 |
| Other sugars, % | 10.0 or less |
| Ash content, % | Less than or equal to 0.2 |
| PH value (10% aqueous solution) | 5.0-7.0 |