Erythritol

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Cat Number

PIPE-0065

CAS Number

149-32-6

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Product Detail

CAS Number

149-32-6

EINECS

205-737-3

Storage

-20℃

Synonyms

1,2,3,4-Butanetetrol, (R*,S*)-;2,3,4-Butanetetrol,(R*,S*)-1;3,4-butanetetrol,(theta,s)-2;Antierythrite;Butanetetrol;Erythrit;Erythritol, meso-;erythritol,meso-

Description

Erythritol is a sweetener (polyol) manufactured by fermentation of glucose, the glucose-rich substrate being obtained by the enzymatic hydrolysis of starch. it is 60–70% as sweet as sugar, has excellent heat and acid stability, a high digestive tolerance, and a caloric value of 0.2 kcal/g. it is the only polyol produced by fermentation. it can be used as a sugar replacement in confectioneries, beverages, and desserts.

Molecular Formula

C4H10O4

Molecular Weight

122.12

Appearance

Crystalline Powder or Crystals

Melting Point

118-120 ℃ (lit.)

Boiling Point

329-331 ℃ (lit.)

Color

White to off-white