Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone
NHDC, Neohesperidin DC
- CAS
- 20702-77-6
- EC
- 243-978-6
- Food Code
- E959
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare
Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone (CAS 20702-77-6) is a crystalline flavonoid-derived sweetener obtained by hydrogenating citrus flavonoids, intensely sweet at roughly 1,500 times the sweetness of sucrose, and its main uses are as a non-caloric sweetener and flavor enhancer in food, beverages and pharmaceuticals.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C28H36O15 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 630.59 g/mol |
| Form | crystalline |
| Color | light yellow |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. bland odor |
| Melting point | 156-158 °C |
| Water solubility | Insoluble |
| HS code | 29389090 |
| Grades available | Food 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.
Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone
Applications
Used as a non-caloric sweetener and flavor enhancer in food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. It also functions as a bitterness masker in oral formulations.
Safety & Risks
Non-toxic and heat-stable; avoid exposure to light and moisture.
Packaging
Supplied in 1–25 kg aluminum foil bags or fiber drums. Store cool, dry, and sealed.