Erythritol /CAS:149-32-6
specification
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Item |
Specifications |
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Appearance |
Crystalline powder or crystals |
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Colour |
White to off-white |
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Odour |
Odorless |
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Refractive Index |
1.4502 (estimate) |
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Melting Point |
118-120°C |
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Boiling Point |
329-331°C |
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Density |
1.451 g/cm³ |
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Flash Point |
32°C |
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Storage Condition |
Store at -20°C |
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Acidity Coefficient (pKa) |
13.9 (at 25℃) |
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Conclusion |
This sample meets the specifications. |
Usage of Erythritol
1. Food & Beverage Industry
- Zero-Calorie Sweetener: Extensively used as a sugar substitute in various products such as beverages, dairy items, baked goods, and confectionery, providing sweetness without impacting blood glucose levels.
- Bulking Agent: Provides volume, texture, and mouthfeel similar to sucrose, making it an excellent alternative in low-calorie and diabetic-friendly formulations.
- Flavor Enhancer & Masking Agent: Improves overall flavor profiles and effectively masks the undesirable bitter aftertaste often associated with high-intensity artificial sweeteners.
- Texture Modifier & Stabilizer: Helps prevent crystallization in frozen desserts and extends the shelf life of baked goods by retaining moisture.
2. Pharmaceutical Industry
- Excipient & Tabletting Aid: Due to its non-hygroscopic nature and excellent stability, it is widely used as a filler and binder in tablets and capsules to improve compressibility.
- Coating Agent: Acts as a coating agent for pills, enhancing swallowability and masking unpleasant tastes of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
- Liquid Medication Base: Used in cough syrups and oral solutions to provide palatability without contributing to tooth decay or caloric intake.
3. Cosmetic & Personal Care
- Humectant: Functions as a moisturizing agent in creams, lotions, and serums, helping the skin retain water and maintain hydration.
- Skin Conditioning Agent: Imparts a smooth, refreshing, and cooling sensation upon application, improving the sensory experience of skincare products.
- Oral Care Ingredient: A key component in toothpaste and mouthwash formulations; unlike traditional sugars, it is non-cariogenic (does not promote tooth decay) and supports oral health.
4. Chemical & Industrial Applications
- Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis and various chemical reactions due to its unique polyol structure.
Packaging and Shipping of Erythritol
25KG/Drum or as customer requirements.
Belongs to common goods and can deliver by ocean and air
Keep and storage of Erythritol
Shelf life:24 month from date of manufacture in original unopened packaging stored in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight, water.
Ventilated warehouse, Low temperature drying, Separated from oxidants, acids.
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