CAS number
87-99-0
Industry
Food & Beverage
Typical form
Crystalline powder
Additive number
INS 967 (E967)
Also known as: Wood sugar.
Typical grades: Food and pharma grades.
About Xylitol
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol with a sweetness similar to sucrose and a cooling effect in the mouth. It is made from xylan-rich plant material such as corn cobs or birch.
Uses and applications
Confectionery
Used in sugar-free chewing gum, mints and candy.
Oral care
Used in toothpaste and mouthwash as a sweetener.
Pharmaceutical
Used in syrups and chewable tablets.
Regulatory note and documentation
Food additives must meet the food regulations of the country of use, such as Codex Alimentarius standards, EU rules, US FDA requirements or the Food Standards Code in Australia and New Zealand, for the intended food and use level. Regulatory status, permitted levels and registration requirements vary by country, so please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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