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| CAS No.: | 50-70-4 |
| Formula: | C6h14o6 |
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Sorbitol, also known as glucitol,is a sugar alcohol, which the human body metabolizes slowly. It can be obtained by reduction of glucose, changing thealdehyde group to a hydroxyl group. Most sorbitol is made from corn syrup, but it is also found in apples, pears, peaches, and prunes.It is synthesized by sorbitol-6-phosphate dehydrogenase, and converted to fructose by succinate dehydrogenase and sorbitol dehydrogenase.Succinate dehydrogenase is an enzyme complex that participates in the citric acid cycle.
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Standard
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Appearance character
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White odorless crystalline powder, sweet and hygroscopic
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solubility
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Soluble in water (235g/100g water, 25°C), glycerol, propylene glycol, slightly soluble in methanol, ethanol, acetic acid, phenol and acetamide solutions. Almost insoluble in most other organic solvents.
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Melting point
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98-100 °C(lit.)
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Specific rotation
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4 º (per eur. pharm.)
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Boiling point
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bp760 105°
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Density
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1.28 g/ml at 25 °C
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Vapor density
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<1 (vs air)
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Vapor pressure
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<0.1 mm Hg (25 °C)
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FEMA
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3029
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Refractive index
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n20/D 1.46
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Flash point
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>100°C
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Storage conditions
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Store at RT.
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Solubility H2O
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1 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless
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Acidity coefficient (pKa)
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pKa (17.5°): 13.6
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Form
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liquid
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Specific gravity
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1.28
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Color
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White
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PH
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5.0-7.0 (25°C, 1M in H2O)
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Flavor(odor)
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Odorless
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Acid-base indicator color-changing ph range
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5-7 at 182 g/l at 25 °C
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Fragrance
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caramellic
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optical activity
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[α]20/D 1.5±0.3°, c = 10% in H2O
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Water soluble
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Soluble in water
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Maximum wavelength (λmax)
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λ:260 nm Amax: 0.04
λ: 280 nm Amax: 0.045 |
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Item No.
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Test Items
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Testing Standards
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Test Result
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1
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Appearance
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White powder or granular
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white 20-60 mesh
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2
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Sorbitol Content, ω%
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≥99.0
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99.5
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3
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Moisture, ω%
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≤1.5
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0.35
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4
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Reducing Sugar, ω%
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≤0.3
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0.039
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5
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Total Sugar, ω%
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≤1.0
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0.14
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6
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Burning Residue, ω%
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≤0.1
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0.01
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7
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Pb, mg/kg
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≤1
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<1
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8
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Ni, mg/kg
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≤2
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<2
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9
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Chloride, mg/kg
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≤50
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<50
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10
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sulphate, mg/kg
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≤100
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<100
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11
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Total bacterium
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≤100p/g
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<100
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12
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Colon bacillus
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Absent in 1g
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Absent in 1g
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| TEST ITEM | TEST BASE | TEST RESULT |
| Appearance | colorless clear and ropy settling liquid | colorless clear and ropy settling liquid |
| Water | ≤31% | 30.1% |
| PH | 5.0-7.0 | 5.8 |
| Sorbitol contents (on dry base) | 71%-83% | 72.4% |
| Reducing sugar (on dry base) | ≤0.15% | 0.08% |
| Total Sugar | 6.0%-8.0% | 6.4% |
| Residue by Burning | ≤0.1 % | <0.1% |
| Relative density | ≥1.285g/ml | 1.301g/ml |
| Refraction index | ≥1.4550 | 1.4611 |
| Chloride | ≤5mg/kg | <5mg/kg |
| Sulphate | ≤5mg/kg | <5mg/kg |
| Heavy metal | ≤1.0 mg/kg | <1.0 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | ≤1.0 mg/kg | <1.0 mg/kg |
| Nickel | ≤1.0 mg/kg | <1.0 mg/kg |
| Clarity & Colour | Lighter than standard color | Lighter than standard color |
| Total Plate Count | ≤100cfu/ml | <10cfu/ml |
| Molds | ≤10cfu/ml | <10cfu/ml |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | None | None |
| Freeze and Crystal | ------ | -18ºC,48h,not to crystal |
Sweetener
Sorbitol is a sugar substitute, and when used in food it has the INS number and E number 420. Sorbitol is about 60% as sweet as sucrose (table sugar).
Sorbitol is referred to as a nutritive sweetener because it provides dietary energy. It is often used in diet foods (including diet drinks and ice cream), mints, cough syrups, and sugar-free chewing gum. Most bacteria are unable to use sorbitol for energy, but it can be slowly fermented in the mouth by streptococcus mutans, a species of bacteria that cause tooth decay unlike many other sugar alcohols such as isomalt and xylitol, which are considered to be non-acidogenic.
It also occurs naturally in many stone fruits and berries from trees of the genus Sorbus.
Health Care, Food, and Cosmetic UsesSorbitol often is used in modern cosmetics as a humectant and thickener. It is also used in mouthwash and toothpaste. Some transparent gels can be made only with sorbitol, because of its high refractive index.
Beyond its use as a sugar substitute in reduced-sugar foods, Sorbitol is also used as a humectant in cookies and low-moisture foods like peanut butter and fruit preserves. In baking, it is also valuable because it acts as a plasticizer, and slows down the staling process.
Medical ApplicationsSorbitol is also used in the manufacture of softgel capsules to store single doses of liquid medicines.
A treatment for hyperkalaemia (elevated blood potassium) uses sorbitol and the ion-exchange resin sodium polystyrene sulfonate.
Packing Details:
Packaging: Packages: 25kg/bag,It can also be packaged according to customer needs, and can be affixed with your LOGO and other information.
Shipment:we have established solid cooperation with DHL,TNT,Fedex,UPS,EMS and air freight as well as sea shipping companies for many years,and it is possiable that we use your own shipping agent too.
Shandong Baovi Energy Technology Co., LTD.was founded in 2003, and it is a raw material supplier for the global organic chemical industry.The Company also participates in the production of small quantity of high value-added chemicals and intermediates.
1.Is Sorbitol a natural sweetener and nutritious?
Sorbitol is a special nutritional sweetener, wetting agent, chelating agent and stabilizer with moisturizing function, which is widely used in food, daily chemicals, etc
2 .Can diabetics eat food and drink containing Sorbitol?
Sorbitol is a food additive ,it can be used as a substitute for sugar. It does not convert into glucose in the human body and is not controlled by in sulin. It is suitable for diabetics.
3.Can I get some sample for test?
Sure, we can supply samples free for your test. Normally 10g to 20g is enough.
4.Is Sorbitol suitable for long-distance ocean transport?
Yes. We understand your concern. The Sorbitol will be packed in 1kg Aluminum foil bag, and 25KG carton box, then tray wrapped film, which is suitable for long-distance land and sea transportation.
5.When can you deliver goods if we confirm the order?
Pls note that we always keep a stock of ten tons per month, which can be delivered with in three to seven days.
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