Maltitol
Hydrogenated Maltose, Maltitol Powder, 4-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol.
- CAS
- 585-88-6
- EC
- 209-567-0
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare
Maltitol is a high-purity disaccharide polyol produced by the hydrogenation of maltose, offering 90% the sweetness of sugar. This Food Grade sweetener is non-cariogenic and provides a significantly lower glycemic response than traditional sucrose.
As a Pharmaceutical Grade excipient, it serves as a robust bulking agent for sugar-free chewable tablets and syrups. It is highly stable at high temperatures, resisting browning and caramelization during industrial baking and confectionery processing.
The product provides a sucrose-like mouthfeel and body, making it ideal for high-quality sugar-reduced chocolates and snacks. It is non-hygroscopic in its crystalline form, ensuring excellent shelf-life for moisture-sensitive products.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C12H24O11 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 344.31 g/mol |
| Appearance | WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER |
| Form | Crystalline Powder |
| Color | White |
| Odor | Neutral odor |
| Melting point | 147 °C |
| Density | 1.69 g/cm³ |
| Water solubility | Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in ethanol. |
| HS code | 29400090 |
| Grades available | Food Grade, Pharma Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Maltitol
Applications
- Sugar-Free Confectionery: Primary sweetener in chocolate and hard candy production, providing bulk without the calories of sugar.
- Oral Liquid Medications: Used as a sweetening vehicle in syrups and suspensions to improve patient compliance, especially in pediatric care.
- Bakery Products: Replaces sugar in biscuits and cakes to provide texture and moisture retention while maintaining a low calorie count.
Safety & Risks
Safe for human consumption; excessive ingestion may result in a laxative effect. No Hazard Classifications apply. Use PPE like Safety Goggles during large-scale industrial handling.
Packaging
Available in 25 kg Bags (Crystalline) or 275 kg Drums (Liquid Syrup).