Erythritol: Zero-Calorie Bulk Sweetener and Sugar Alcohol
Erythritol is a four-carbon sugar alcohol (polyol) that occurs naturally in fruits and fermented foods. It is unique among sugar alcohols because it is virtually non-caloric (0.2 kcal/g in the EU, 0 kcal/g in the US) and is well-tolerated at high doses due to its absorption in the small intestine and excretion unchanged via the kidneys, thereby avoiding the laxative effects common to other polyols.
Product Profile
| CAS Number | 149-32-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C₄H₁₀O₄ |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Function | Sweetener / filler / humectant |
| Typical Use Level | Bulk sweetener used at levels comparable to sucrose; sweetness ~60–70% of sucrose |
Formulation Applications
Erythritol is used as a bulk sweetener in sugar-free confectionery, beverages, and chewable pharmaceutical tablets. It is frequently combined with high-intensity sweeteners (stevia, monk fruit extract) to provide bulk and a sugar-like mouthfeel without calories. Its cooling effect on dissolution makes it suitable for mint and menthol products. In pharmaceutical formulations, erythritol is used as a filler in orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs) and chewable tablets, contributing to pleasant taste and rapid disintegration. It is non-cariogenic and does not raise blood glucose or insulin levels, making it suitable for diabetic-friendly formulations.
Why Source from TCS
TCS supplies erythritol in pharmaceutical and food grades to customers across Europe. Available in standard packaging with flexible quantities for R&D through production scale. Contact us with your application and volume requirements.
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