Sorbitol
Food
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener, humectant, and texturizing agent in the food and nutrition industry. It occurs naturally in fruits like apples, pears, and peaches, but is commercially produced from glucose. Sorbitol is about 60% as sweet as sucrose and has a lower glycemic index, making it suitable for diabetic-friendly and reduced-sugar products. It retains moisture and improves texture in items such as baked goods, chewing gum, and candies.
Personal Care
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that is widely used in personal care products due to its hygroscopic properties. Sorbitol is an effective humectant helping to maintain skin hydration and prevent moisture loss in products like lotions, creams, and facial cleansers. Sorbitol is also used as a thickening agent, plasticizer, and stabilizer in toothpaste.
Grade
- Industrial
- 40-80 Mesh
- Sorbitol 70%
Other Names
- D-Glucitol
Abbreviations
- SOR
- Sorb
Form
- Liquid
- Solid