Description

Lactitol Monohydrate is a versatile sugar alcohol derived from lactose, valued for its low-calorie content and excellent stability. It serves as a key functional ingredient in the production of sugar-free and reduced-sugar products, providing sweetness and bulk without impacting blood glucose levels. This high-purity excipient is essential for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries seeking to improve product formulations and meet clean-label demands.

Application

• Food & Beverage: A bulk sweetener and texturizer in sugar-free confectionery (chocolate, hard candies, chewing gum), baked goods, dairy products, and functional beverages.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a low-glycemic excipient in tablet formulations, syrups, and lozenges, and as an osmotic agent in laxatives.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: An ideal carrier for powder blends, protein supplements, and fiber formulations targeting diabetic and weight-management consumers.
• Oral Care: Incorporated into tooth-friendly chewing gums and mouthwashes as a non-cariogenic sweetening agent.
• Industrial Applications: Acts as a humectant and stabilizer in various chemical and cosmetic preparations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lactitol Monohydrate
CAS No.	81025-04-9
Molecular Formula	C12H24O11 • H2O
Molecular Weight	362.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucitol monohydrate; Lactitol; Lactit; Lactobiosit; Lactositol; Lacty; (2S,3R,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-Pentahydroxyhexyl 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranoside monohydrate
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Quality Control

Our Lactitol Monohydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. It is tested to meet relevant specifications for food-grade (FCC) and pharmaceutical (USP/EP) applications, ensuring consistent purity, safety, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, impurity profiles, and microbiological quality is provided with each batch.

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 original container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent caking and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to almost white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	98.0% - 102.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	4.5% - 5.5%
Specific Rotation	+13.5° to +15.5°
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Microbiological Quality	Meets standard requirements

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