Description

Butane-1,2,3,4-Tetrol is a versatile polyhydric alcohol, also known as erythritol, with the CAS number 7541-59-5. This compound is valued for its excellent stability, low caloric content, and high digestive tolerance, making it a superior sugar alternative. It is essential for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking natural, non-cariogenic, and keto-friendly ingredients.

Application

• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a bulk sweetener in sugar-free and reduced-calorie products, including confectionery, baked goods, beverages, and dairy products.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Serves as an excipient in chewable tablets, syrups, and lozenges due to its non-hygroscopic nature and pleasant cooling taste.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a humectant and skin conditioning agent in oral care products, creams, and lotions.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a starting material or intermediate in the production of esters, polymers, and other specialty chemicals.
• Animal Nutrition: Employed in feed applications as a palatability enhancer.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butane-1,2,3,4-Tetrol
CAS No.	7541-59-5
Molecular Formula	C4H10O4
Molecular Weight	122.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Erythritol; (2R,3S)-Butane-1,2,3,4-tetrol; L-Erythritol; Meso-Erythritol; Phycite; 1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol; Erythro-tetritol; FCC Erythritol; Food Grade Erythritol
EINECS	231-421-4

Quality Control

Our Butane-1,2,3,4-Tetrol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We offer grades compliant with major international standards, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and Pharmaceutical specifications. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) to ensure identity, purity, and safety for your intended application.

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); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Reducing Sugars	≤ 0.3%
Specific Rotation	[α]20/D: -0.05° to +0.05°

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