Product Description

Sorbitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol widely used as a sweetener, humectant, and stabilizer in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications.

It is valued for its low sweetness, moisture-retention properties, and good chemical stability, making it suitable for a wide range of formulations.

Chemical & Physical Properties

Chemical Name: Sorbitol
CAS Number: 50-70-4
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₄O₆
Appearance: White crystalline powder or clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Odorless
Taste: Sweet
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Melting Point: 95–100°C (solid)
Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions

Typical Specifications

• ✓ Assay (on dry basis): ≥ 98.0%

• ✓ Appearance: White crystalline powder or clear liquid

• ✓ Moisture: ≤ 1.5% (powder)

• ✓ Reducing Sugars: ≤ 0.15%

• ✓ pH (10% solution): 5.0–7.0

• ✓ Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 5 ppm

Applications

• ✓ Food and beverage (sweetener, humectant, texture improver)

• ✓ Sugar-free and reduced-sugar products

• ✓ Pharmaceutical syrups and tablets

• ✓ Cosmetics and personal care products

• ✓ Industrial applications and chemical formulations

Features & Benefits

• ✅ Low-calorie sweetener with mild sweetness

• ✅ Excellent moisture-retention and humectant properties

• ✅ Non-cariogenic, suitable for sugar-free formulations

• ✅ Good chemical and thermal stability

• ✅ Improves texture and mouthfeel

• ✅ Suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic use

• ✅ Consistent quality and reliable performance

• ✅ Bulk supply available for industrial customers

Packaging & Storage

• ✅ Packaging: 25 kg bags, 250 kg drums, 1000 kg IBC tanks

• ✅ Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep containers tightly closed and protected from moisture

Regulatory Status

• ✅ Food grade, pharmaceutical grade, and industrial grade available

• ✅ Complies with FDA, EFSA, and relevant international standards

• ✅ Produced under ISO quality management systems

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COA-Sorbitol powder.pdf