Erythritol is a zero-calorie sugar alcohol (polyol) used as a bulk sweetener in sugar-free and reduced-calorie foods and beverages. It provides about 60–70% of the sweetness of sucrose while contributing virtually no metabolizable energy, and it has a negligible impact on blood glucose and insulin levels. Because it is largely absorbed in the small intestine and excreted unchanged in the urine, erythritol typically causes fewer digestive side effects than some other polyols, though very high intakes may still pose issues for sensitive individuals.
Erythritol Zero-Calorie Bulk Sweetener (Sugar Alcohol) from TCS GROUP is designed for use in tabletop sweeteners, bakery products, confectionery, beverages, chewing gums, and nutraceutical formulations. Its crystalline structure and sugar-like mouthfeel make it an excellent sucrose replacer, especially when combined with high-intensity sweeteners to reach a desired sweetness level.
Within TCS INDUSTRIES LIMITED’s broader functional ingredient range, erythritol can be combined with:
- Aspartame High-Intensity Low-Calorie Sweetener – providing a strong sweetness “top note” while erythritol supplies bulk and mouthfeel.
- Citric Acid – Multifunctional Acidulant, Buffer & Chelating Agent – to sharpen flavour, stabilise pH and improve overall taste in beverages and confectionery.
- Beta-Cyclodextrin – Inclusion Complex Agent & Solubility Enhancer – useful when formulators also include lipophilic actives or flavours that need improved solubility and stability.
Regulatory authorities in many regions recognise erythritol as generally safe when used within established guidelines, though recent studies have sparked discussion about potential cardiovascular risks at high consumption levels, calling for moderation and further research. TCS GROUP provides high-purity erythritol along with technical and regulatory support so manufacturers can design products that meet both sensory expectations and safety standards.
Erythritol from TCS INDUSTRIES LIMITED gives formulators a flexible calorie-free bulk sweetener that supports sugar reduction while preserving texture, volume and taste across a wide range of applications.