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Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Sorbitol powder (D-sorbitol)
Formula:
C6H14O6
GOST/CAS:
CAS 50-70-4
Sorbitol powder (D-sorbitol) is a hexahydric aliphatic alcohol, appearing as an odorless, white crystalline powder with a sweet taste. It possesses high hygroscopicity, excellent water solubility, and chemical stability. Due to its unique properties as a humectant, sweetener, texturizer, and stabilizer, sorbitol serves as an indispensable raw material component in the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical industries.
Applications
Food Industry (E420): Used as a sugar substitute in dietary and diabetic foods, confectionery products (chewing gum, candies, chocolate), and as a humectant to extend the freshness and shelf life of baked goods.
Pharmaceuticals: Applied as an excipient (filler and structuring agent) in the production of cough syrups, vitamin complexes, gelatin capsules, and tablets.
Cosmetics & Personal Care: Actively used as a key component in toothpastes (prevents drying out), creams, lotions, and shampoos, providing a moisturizing effect and a pleasant texture.
Chemical Industry: Serves as a raw material for the synthesis of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), surfactants, polyurethanes, and resins.
Key Advantages
Low Glycemic Index: Does not cause sharp spikes in blood sugar levels, making it ideal for diabetic nutrition products. It contains nearly half the calories of sucrose.
High Thermal Stability: Highly resistant to high temperatures; it does not caramelize or lose its properties during baking, cooking, or pasteurization.
Excellent Moisture-Retention: Effectively binds water, preventing the drying out of finished products and extending their shelf life (especially in confectionery and cosmetics).
Dental Safety: It is not metabolized by oral bacteria, meaning it does not cause tooth decay and actively helps protect tooth enamel.
Storage & Transportation
- Store in dry, cool, and well-ventilated warehouse premises in the manufacturer's original sealed packaging.
- Special Condition: Protect from moisture and direct sunlight. The product is highly hygroscopic and prone to caking (agglomeration) under high humidity conditions.
- Transportation is available by all types of covered transport. The material is classified as non-hazardous cargo.
- Shelf Life: 2–3 years (depending on storage conditions and packaging integrity).
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Technical Specifications
Appearance
White crystalline powder or granules
Assay (Purity on dry basis)
min. 99.0%
Melting Point
95.0 – 98.0 °C
Moisture Content (LOD)
max. 1.0%
pH (10% aqueous solution)
5.0 – 7.0
Solubility in Water (at 25°C)
~2200 g/L (highly soluble)
Heavy Metals Content
max. 5 mg/kg
Supply info
- Multi-wall paper-plastic or kraft paper bags with a polyethylene inner liner — 25 kg.
- FIBC (big bags) weighing 800 – 1000 kg (upon agreement with the customer).