#$%^&*AU2013202754B220140911.pdf#####C: NRPortbl DCC GRS 5037848_1.DOC-4 3 2013 Use of alternan as texturizing agent in foodstuffs and cosmetics Abstract The invention is directed to the use of alternan as texturizing agent, particularly as fat or oil replacer in foodstuffs or cosmetic preparations, a homogeneous composition comprising alternan and water, the use of the homogeneous composition as texturizing agent in foodstuffs or cosmetic preparations, and foodstuffs and cosmetic preparations comprising alternan as texturizing agent or a homogeneous composition comprising alternan.