Erythritol
Erythritol is natural sugar alcohol produced by microbial fermentation of carbohydrate substrate. Erythritol is mainly used in food application as sweetening and sugar replacement due to good taste profile and zero calorie content.
- Synonyms
- E 968, Erythritol, L - Erythritol
- Chemical Formula
- C4H10O4
- CAS Number
- 149-32-6
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 122
- Melting Point
- 118.9°C
- Flash Point
- 170.0°C
- Density
- 1.45 g/cc
- Forms
- Powder, White, Colourless, Crystalline
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Beverage processing
- Hair care
- Food and Nutrition
- Baking
- Food additive
- Sweetener
- Personal care