Mannitol

Product Name: Mannitol 

Molecular formula: C6H14O6

CAS No.: 87-78-5  

 

Mannitol is a sugar alcohol, or called polyol. It is widespread in nature, being present in the fruit, leaves and other parts of various plants. Mannitol is about a half as sweet as sucrose and has 1.6 calories per gram. 

 

In food industry，mannitol Powder is used as sweetener in confectionery products such as chewing gums.it is also used to coat candies and dry fruits. In medicine industry, mannitol powder is used in the formulation of bacterial growth medium(i.e. mannitol sale agar). It is also used as cutting agent in different drugs. In the cosmetic industry, mannitol Powder is used in the formulation of cosmetic products such as body wash and skin conditioning products.