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Product Overview

Lactitol is a sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener and bulking agent in a variety of food applications. With its mild sweetness and bulking functionality, it is commonly used in sugar-free and reduced-sugar formulations.

 Product Types

  • Lactitol Monohydrate
  • Anhydrous Lactitol

Available types and specifications depend on product grade and availability.

 Product Features

  • Low-Calorie Sweetener: Provides sweetness with lower energy content than sucrose, making it suitable for selected reduced-sugar formulations.
  • Mild Sweetness: Offers a gentle sweetness for a variety of food products.
  • Bulking Function: Helps provide volume and texture in sugar-free and reduced-sugar formulations.

Formulation Versatility: Suitable for selected confectionery, chocolate, and bakery applications.

Applications

  • Confectionery: Sugar-free candies and mints
  • Chocolate: Sugar-free and reduced-sugar chocolate
  • Bakery Products: Selected reduced-sugar bakery products
  • Other Food Applications: Depending on formulation requirements and product grade

Product Specifications

Specifications vary by product type and grade. Please refer to the corresponding product specification sheet for detailed technical information.

Parameter Details
Product Name Lactitol
CAS No. 585-86-4*
Available Types Monohydrate / Anhydrous
Molecular Formula Anhydrous: C₁₂H₂₄O₁₁; Monohydrate: C₁₂H₂₄O₁₁ · H₂O