Maltitol: Reduced-Calorie Bulk Sweetener for Sugar-Free Formulations
Maltitol is a sugar alcohol (polyol) derived from the hydrogenation of maltose. It provides approximately 75–90% of the sweetness of sucrose with roughly 60% of the calories (2.1 kcal/g in the EU), making it one of the closest sugar-alcohol substitutes for sucrose in terms of taste, sweetness profile, and bulk. It is widely used in sugar-free confectionery, chocolate, and pharmaceutical chewable formulations.
Product Profile
| CAS Number | 585-88-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C₁₂H₂₄O₁₁ |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Function | Sweetener / filler / humectant |
| Typical Use Level | Used as bulk replacement for sucrose at comparable levels |
Formulation Applications
Maltitol is the preferred polyol for sugar-free chocolate manufacturing due to its similar melting behaviour and sweetness intensity to sucrose. In pharmaceutical applications, it is used as a sweetening agent and diluent in chewable tablets, lozenges, and medicated confectionery. Maltitol syrup (a mixture of maltitol with other hydrogenated saccharides) is used in liquid formulations and as a coating syrup. It is non-cariogenic and produces a lower glycaemic response than sucrose, though it is not calorie-free. Like other sugar alcohols, excessive oral consumption (typically above 25–30 g in a single dose) can cause gastrointestinal discomfort including flatulence and osmotic diarrhoea, and products must carry appropriate advisory labelling in the EU.
Why Source from TCS
TCS supplies maltitol (crystalline and syrup forms) 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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