TCS Industries Limited (China-sourced API supplier) supplies Fructose –- High-Sweetness Monosaccharide for Food & Formulations CAS 57-48-7 for pharmaceutical B2B procurement — COA, MSDS, and technical documentation available on request.
> Overview
| Product Name | Fructose –- High-Sweetness Monosaccharide for Food & Formulations |
|---|---|
| Structural Formula |  |
| CAS Number | 57-48-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₁₂O₆ |
| Molecular Weight | 180.16 g/mol |
| InChIKey | LKDRXBCSQODPBY-VRPWFDPXSA-N |
| SMILES | Available on request where applicable |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Purity / Grade | By agreed specification and batch COA |
| Storage | Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place |
Fructose (CAS 57-48-7) is a monosaccharide ketose sugar with the formula C₆H₁₂O₆ (MW 180.16). It is the sweetest naturally occurring sugar, approximately 1.2–1.7 times sweeter than sucrose depending on temperature and concentration. D-fructose occurs naturally in fruits, honey, and root vegetables. Crystalline fructose is produced commercially from high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) or sucrose inversion and crystallization.
TCS Industries Limited, a Hong Kong-based trading and sourcing company, supplies crystalline Fructose in food and pharmaceutical grades for global procurement programs.
> Applications
Food sweetener and flavor enhancer
Crystalline fructose is used in beverages, baked goods, dairy products, and confectionery as a sweetener with higher sweetness intensity than sucrose on a weight basis, allowing reduced sugar content. Its sweetness is enhanced at lower temperatures (cold beverages) due to the β-D-fructopyranose equilibrium shift. Fructose also enhances fruit flavors and contributes to Maillard browning in baked products. White et al. (Am J Clin Nutr, 2013, 97:1243–1251) reviewed the metabolic effects and dietary context of fructose consumption.
Pharmaceutical excipient and parenteral nutrition
Fructose (USP-NF) is used as a sweetening and flavoring agent in oral pharmaceutical formulations. Historically used in parenteral nutrition, though intravenous fructose administration has declined in favor of glucose due to metabolic concerns (lactic acidosis risk at high infusion rates). Pharmaceutical-grade material must meet USP-NF monograph specifications.
> Sourcing & Supply
TCS Industries Limited supports development, qualification and commercial purchasing discussions for Fructose –- High-Sweetness Monosaccharide for Food & Formulations with buyers in South America, Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico and Canada.
- Evaluation and commercial quantities: 25 kg bags for qualification; pallet and bulk for production. Crystalline food (FCC) and pharmaceutical (USP-NF/Ph.Eur.) grades available.
- Pallet quantities and production campaigns: repeat supply is coordinated against packaging, lead time, annual demand and destination-market import requirements.
> Quality & Documentation
Key specification parameters include assay (≥98.0% fructose on dried basis), specific rotation, loss on drying (≤0.5%), residue on ignition, heavy metals (Pb ≤0.1 ppm), arsenic, 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF ≤0.1%), glucose content, sulfate, chloride, and microbial limits. White crystalline powder. Identity confirmed by specific rotation and HPLC. COA and MSDS are standard.
> Packaging
Crystalline fructose is hygroscopic and should be stored in sealed containers in dry conditions. Standard packaging includes 25 kg multiply paper bags with PE liner, palletized and shrink-wrapped. Store at room temperature (below 25 °C) at low humidity. Shelf life is typically 24 months. Labels and documents are checked before dispatch.
> Pricing & MOQ
Pricing is quoted by specification, packaging and destination. Common commercial discussions use 25 kg bag/drum formats, pallet quantities and production-campaign planning; smaller samples may be reviewed for qualified formulation teams.
> Regulatory & Compounding Context
Fructose is monographed in USP-NF, Ph.Eur. (Fructosum), BP, and FCC. GRAS in the US (21 CFR 184.1857). Permitted as a food ingredient without E-number restriction in the EU. Listed in the FDA IID. No ADI established (natural sugar). No special import permits. Buyers should specify food or pharmaceutical grade at inquiry.
> Alias Index
- IUPAC: D-Fructose
- CAS Number: 57-48-7
- Formula: C₆H₁₂O₆ (MW 180.16)
- Common names: Fruit sugar, Levulose, D-(-)-Fructose
- Pharmacopoeial name: Fructosum (Ph.Eur.)
- Sweetness: 1.2–1.7× sucrose (temperature-dependent)
- InChIKey: RFSUNEUAIZKAJO-ARQDHWQXSA-N
- Commercial request terms: crystalline fructose food grade, D-fructose USP, fruit sugar bulk, levulose pharma, TCS Industries Limited
> FAQ
Is crystalline Fructose the same as HFCS?
No. Crystalline fructose is a purified, crystallized monosaccharide (≥98% fructose). HFCS (high-fructose corn syrup) is a liquid syrup containing typically 42% or 55% fructose mixed with glucose. They are different products with different physical forms, compositions, and applications.
What documents are available for Fructose –- High-Sweetness Monosaccharide for Food & Formulations orders?
COA and MSDS are standard for commercial discussions. COO, packing list, invoice and other import-support documents can be arranged according to order scope.
Can TCS Industries Limited support Fructose –- High-Sweetness Monosaccharide for Food & Formulations supply to South America?
Yes. We support B2B buyers in Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Uruguay, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Venezuela, Guyana and Suriname, subject to route and document review.
Do you support Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico and Canada?
Yes. These destinations can be reviewed for project supply, import documents, packaging and logistics planning before quotation.
Why is Fructose sweeter in cold beverages?
At lower temperatures, the equilibrium of fructose shifts toward the β-D-fructopyranose form, which is sweeter than the furanose form. This makes fructose 1.5–1.7× sweeter than sucrose in cold beverages but only ~1.0× in hot applications. This property makes it efficient for cold drink formulation.
Is Fructose suitable for diabetic products?
Fructose has a lower glycemic index (GI ~19) than sucrose (GI ~65) or glucose (GI ~100). However, excessive fructose consumption has metabolic concerns (hepatic lipogenesis). Current dietary guidelines recommend limiting total added sugar intake. Consult applicable labeling and health claim regulations for your target market.
Can you arrange samples before commercial purchasing?
Samples or evaluation quantities may be reviewed for qualified buyers after target specification, application and destination-market requirements are clarified.
How is Fructose –- High-Sweetness Monosaccharide for Food & Formulations packaged for export?
Packaging is confirmed by quantity and material properties. Typical options include foil bags, HDPE containers, fibre drums, 25 kg bags or palletized export packaging.
Can buyer-defined specifications be reviewed?
Yes. Send the specification, methods, impurity limits and required documents. TCS can review feasibility before confirming quotation and lead time.
What payment terms are normally used?
Standard payment is 100% T/T before dispatch unless a different arrangement has been approved for an established commercial account.
What lead time should buyers expect?
Lead time depends on stock, batch size, document scope and destination. Available stock can move faster; made-to-order or pallet programs require longer planning.
What pharmacopoeial grades are available?
TCS sources USP-NF and Ph.Eur. (Fructosum) pharmaceutical grades, and FCC food grade. Each grade has specific monograph requirements for assay, specific rotation, 5-HMF, and impurities. Specify the pharmacopoeia and application at inquiry.
Last reviewed: June 2026
Evaluation and research orders (≤10 kg) are shipped with COA, MSDS, and certificate of origin. Bulk commercial orders (>10 kg) qualify for volume pricing with a full technical documentation package available on request.
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