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E968 - Erythritol
Erythritol is a natural sweetener belonging to the family of polyols.
Origin:
- Erythritol is a polyol found naturally in certain fruits such as pears, grapes, melons, and watermelons.
- It can also be industrially produced from glucose through fermentation.
Characteristics:
- Erythritol has a sweetness level close to sucrose (table sugar), but it is almost devoid of calories.
- It has a clean sweet taste and lacks the characteristic aftertaste of other artificial sweeteners.
Uses:
- Food: Erythritol is used as a sweetener in a variety of food products, including sugar-free beverages, desserts, chewing gum, and confectionery.
- Baking: It can be used in baking to sweeten recipes without adding extra calories.
- Sugar-Free Products: Due to its low impact on blood sugar, it is often included in products intended for people following low-carb or diabetic diets.
Digestion:
- Erythritol is absorbed in the small intestine but is excreted unchanged by the kidneys, meaning it has little impact on blood sugar.
- It is known to cause fewer gastrointestinal problems than other polyols such as xylitol and sorbitol.
Safety:
- Erythritol is generally considered safe for human consumption.
- It is well-tolerated and does not seem to cause the laxative effects associated with other polyol sweeteners when consumed in normal amounts.
Combined Products:
- It is sometimes combined with other sweeteners to achieve optimal taste profiles.
Data sheet
- CAS Number
- 10030-58-7
- HS Code
- 290549
- Chemical Formula
- C4H10O4
- Color
- White
- Appearance
- Powder
- Packaging
- 25 kg bag