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W302902

D-Sorbitol

FCC, FG

Synonym(s):

D-Glucitol

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Linear Formula:
HOCH2(CHOH)4CH2OH
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
182.17
PubChem Substance ID:
UNSPSC Code:
12352201
Council of Europe no.:
81c
FEMA Number:
3029
NACRES:
NA.21
EC Number:
200-061-5
MDL number:
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
1721899
Organoleptic:
odorless
Grade:
FG, Kosher
Food allergen:
wheat
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Quality Segment

grade

FG, Kosher

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002, FCC, FDA 21 CFR 117, FDA 21 CFR 184.1835

vapor density

<1 (vs air)

vapor pressure

<0.1 mmHg ( 25 °C)

description

derived from GMO corn

form

crystals or granules, powder or chunks

optical activity

[α]20/D +104°, c = 0.4 in acidified ammonium molybdate

mp

98-100 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

wheat

organoleptic

odorless

SMILES string

OC[C@@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)CO

InChI

1S/C6H14O6/c7-1-3(9)5(11)6(12)4(10)2-8/h3-12H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5-,6-/m1/s1

InChI key

FBPFZTCFMRRESA-JGWLITMVSA-N

General description

D-Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol commonly used as an artificial sweetener, anticaking agent, emulsifier, humectant, thickener and flavoring agent in the food industry.

Application


  • Molecular Correlates of Diapause in Aphidoletes aphidimyza.: This study explores the molecular mechanisms underlying diapause in the predator Aphidoletes aphidimyza, highlighting the role of ᴅ-Sorbitol in metabolic adjustments during this state. (Dai et al., 2024).

  • Sugar substitutes on caries prevention in permanent teeth among children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis.: This systematic review evaluates the effectiveness of various sugar substitutes, including ᴅ-Sorbitol, in preventing dental caries in children and adolescents. (Luo et al., 2024).

  • Enhancing Mechanical Properties of Corn Bran Arabinoxylan Films for Sustainable Food Packaging.: Research on improving the mechanical properties of biodegradable films using ᴅ-Sorbitol, aimed at creating sustainable food packaging solutions. (Alahmed & Simsek, 2024).

  • Development and characterization of camel gelatin films: Influence of camel bone age and glycerol or sorbitol on film properties.: The study examines the effects of ᴅ-Sorbitol on the properties of camel gelatin films, aimed at improving the quality of biopolymer materials. (Al-Hassan, 2024).



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Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

ppe

Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US)



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