Sorbitol is a sweetener with a sweetness level approximately half that of sucrose (commonly known as "table sugar"). It is primarily used as a food additive but is also found in the composition of many medications. However, excessive consumption can have a laxative effect and pose certain risks to the body.
- Sweetness level approximately half that of sucrose.
- Acts as a laxative when consumed in high doses.
Applications:
- In the food industry, it can be used as a bulk sweetener to replace sucrose.
- Used as a chelating agent, excipient, humectant, or stabilizer in medications, cosmetics, and foods.
- In the pharmaceutical industry as raw material for the production of vitamin C.
- Used as a sweetener in food, pharmacology, and cosmetology.
- Does not affect blood sugar levels as it is non-insulin-dependent.
- Has a laxative and detoxifying effect on the liver and gallbladder.
- May be responsible for malabsorption.
- Mostly found in fruits.
Packaging:
300 kg drum.