Mannitol
Keyword：
Food Sweetener、Feed Additive、Dietary Supplement
Product Introduction：
Mannitol is a white, crystalline powder or free-flowing granule with a sweet taste and no odor. It has the molecular formula C₆H₁₄O₆ and a molecular weight of 182.17 g/mol. It is moderately soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol, and stable under normal conditions. Mannitol exhibits excellent chemical stability, non-hygroscopicity, and low caloric value, making it suitable for various pharmaceutical and food applications.
Characteristics：
Mannitol offers excellent stability, non-cariogenic sweetness, and low caloric content. It is widely used as a sweetener, bulking agent, and excipient in pharmaceuticals, foods, and healthcare products, providing cooling taste, moisture control, and compatibility with active ingredients.
Specifications：
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Characters |
White crystals or crystalline powder; odorless |
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Assay |
98.0%~102.0% |
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Melting Point |
166℃~170℃ |
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Specific Rotation |
+137°~+145° |
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Related Substances * |
≤2.0% |
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Chloride |
≤0.003% |
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Sulfate |
≤0.01% |
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Oxalate |
≤0.02% |
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Loss on Drying |
≤0.5% |
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Residue on Ignition |
≤0.1% |
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Heavy Metals |
≤0.001% |
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Arsenic |
≤0.0002% |
Applications：
1、Pharmaceutical Industry:
Used as an excipient and bulking agent in tablets, capsules, and chewable formulations. It improves taste, enhances compressibility, and stabilizes active ingredients. Also applied as an osmotic diuretic in medical treatments for reducing intracranial and intraocular pressure.
2、Food and Beverage Industry:
Acts as a low-calorie sweetener and texturizer in sugar-free, diabetic-friendly, and reduced-calorie foods. Commonly used in chewing gums, candies, and bakery products for its cooling effect and non-cariogenic properties.
3、Healthcare and Nutritional Products:
Incorporated in oral care products such as toothpaste and mouthwash for its pleasant taste and non-cavity-forming nature. Also used in nutritional supplements and energy products for controlled sweetness and stability.
4、Cosmetic and Personal Care Industry:
Added to skincare and cosmetic formulations as a humectant and moisturizer, helping to retain skin hydration and improve product texture.
5、Agriculture and Veterinary Applications:
Utilized as a feed additive and stabilizer in animal nutrition and veterinary formulations to enhance palatability and preserve product consistency.
Packaging and transport：
The standard packaging is a 25KG bag. Both packaging and transport meet the international regulations. For the availability of other packed quantities, please contact us.
Mannitol is not classified as a dangerous good according to national and international transport regulations.