SORBITOL
Product information
CAS No.
50-70-4
EC No.
200-061-5
Summary formula
C₆H₁₄O₆.
ADR
NO
Physical form
White crystalline solid or colorless viscous liquid with a sweet taste
Application
- Food industry: Used as a sugar substitute in diabetic products and as a moisturizer in confectionery.
- Pharmaceutical industry: Used as an excipient in the production of syrups, tablets and as a laxative.
- Cosmetic industry: Used as a humectant in cosmetics such as toothpastes, creams and lotions, ensuring that products are properly moisturized.