Description

Xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol (polyol) with the CAS registry number 87-99-0. It serves as a versatile, low-calorie sweetener with functional properties such as high sweetness, cooling effect, and non-cariogenicity, making it a critical ingredient for health-conscious product formulations. This product is essential for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and personal care industries seeking sugar-free and tooth-friendly alternatives.

Application

• Food & Beverage: Primary sweetener in sugar-free chewing gum, candies, chocolates, baked goods, and beverages, providing sweetness equivalent to sucrose with 40% fewer calories.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an excipient in syrups, chewable tablets, and lozenges for its pleasant sweet taste and cooling sensation; also utilized in nasal sprays and otitis media treatments.
• Oral Care: Key ingredient in toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental floss for its proven anti-cariogenic properties that help reduce plaque and prevent tooth decay.
• Nutraceuticals & Diabetic Foods: Ideal sweetener for diabetic-friendly products due to its very low glycemic index and minimal impact on blood sugar and insulin levels.
• Personal Care: Incorporated into skin moisturizers and creams for its humectant properties, helping to retain moisture and improve skin texture.
• Industrial Applications: Used as a precursor in chemical synthesis for producing surfactants, plasticizers, and other polyol derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Xylitol
CAS No.	87-99-0
Molecular Formula	C5H12O5
Molecular Weight	152.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,5-Pentahydroxypentane; Xylite; Xyliton; E967; Meso-Xylitol; (2R,3r,4S)-Pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol; Xylit; Xylitolo; Birch Sugar
EINECS	201-788-0

Quality Control

Our Xylitol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with major international standards, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and USP (United States Pharmacopeia), ensuring suitability for food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical applications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing for purity, identity, and safety parameters. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after initial opening to prevent caking and absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.5% - 101.0%
Specific Rotation	+16.5° to +19.0°
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Reducing Sugars	≤ 0.2%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 3 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Nickel (Ni)	≤ 2 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g
E. coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.