Description

L-Sorbitol is a versatile sugar alcohol widely recognized for its humectant, sweetening, and texturizing properties. This high-purity polyol is essential for formulators seeking a non-cariogenic, low-calorie, and chemically stable ingredient. It serves as a critical functional component across the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and personal care industries, where consistent quality and reliable supply are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a non-reactive excipient in tablet formulations, a humectant in syrups and suspensions, and a sweetening agent in sugar-free liquid medications.
• Food & Beverage (FCC Grade): Functions as a sugar substitute, humectant, texturizer, and stabilizer in sugar-free confectionery, baked goods, and beverages.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an effective humectant and moisturizer in creams, lotions, toothpastes, and mouthwashes, providing a smooth, non-sticky feel.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key raw material and chiral building block in the production of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and various surfactants.
• Industrial Applications: Utilized as a plasticizer and humectant in paper, textiles, adhesives, and tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Sorbitol
CAS No.	6706-59-8
Molecular Formula	C6H14O6
Molecular Weight	182.17 g/mol
Synonyms	Sorbitol; D-Glucitol; (2S,3R,4R,5R)-Hexane-1,2,3,4,5,6-hexol; L-Glucitol; Sorbol; D-Sorbitol; Sorbogem; Sorbitol Solution; E420
EINECS	229-794-6

Quality Control

Our L-Sorbitol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to meet the rigorous standards of our global clientele. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeias (USP, EP, JP) and food regulations (FCC). Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to ensure it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent caking and absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-1.5° to +1.5°
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Reducing Sugars (as Glucose)	≤ 0.3%
Total Sugar (as Glucose)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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