Molekula
Sorbitol Food Grade
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Sorbitol Food Grade is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener, humectant, and bulking agent in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It provides a calorie-reduced alternative to sucrose while maintaining moisture retention. This hygroscopic, crystalline powder has a CAS number of 50-70-4, molecular formula C6H14O6, and molecular weight of 182.17. It is safe for storage at ambient conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Sorbitol Food Grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
Pack sizes & pricing
Pricing on request — packs available from research to bulk quantities.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder, flakes or granules |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤50 |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤0.3% |
| Moisture | ≤1.5% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1.0% |
| Nickel (Ni) | ≤2.0% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤100 |
| Total Sugars | ≤4.4% |
| Sorbitol | ≥91.0% |
| Burning residue | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder, as granules, or as crystalline masses |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 111 °C |
| Boiling Point | 295 °C at 3.5 mmHg |
| Density | 1.489 g/cm³ 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | 690 g/L at 20 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in acetone |
| Refractive Index | 1.3330 |
| pKa | pKa = 13.6 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -2.20 |
Source: PubChem CID 5780 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90035249 |
| CAS Number | 50-70-4 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3R,4R,5S)-hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol |
| EC Number | 200-061-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 182.17 |
| Exact Mass | 182.079 |
| SMILES | C([C@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](CO)O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | FBPFZTCFMRRESA-JGWLITMVSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H14O6/c7-1-3(9)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-8/h3-12H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5-,6-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5780 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29054400 |
| Tariff Code | 2905449100 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- D-Glucitol
- D-Sorbitol
- Diakarmon
- Glucarine
- glucitol
- Nivitin
- Sorbilande
- Sorbit
- sorbitol
- Sorbostyl
Frequently asked questions
What is sorbitol food grade commonly used for?
Sorbitol is primarily used as a sugar substitute in food and beverages, including sugar-free candies, chewing gum, and diabetic-friendly products, due to its sweetness and slow digestion.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sorbitol?
The chemical formula is C6H14O6, and the molecular weight is 182.17 g/mol.
How should sorbitol food grade be stored?
Store sorbitol at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What grades of sorbitol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies food-grade sorbitol, meeting regulatory standards for use in edible applications.
Can Molekula supply sorbitol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide sorbitol in bulk, with flexible packaging options (e.g., drums, bags) based on customer requirements.
What documentation comes with a sorbitol food grade order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and Certificate of Conformity for food-grade compliance.
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