Xylitol

Xylitol is an organic compound with the chemical formula C5H12O5.

 It is a natural sweetener extracted from plant materials such as birch, oak, corn cob, and sugarcane bagasse.

CAS number: 87-99-0

Molecular formula: C5H12O5

Molecular weight: 152.15

EINECS number: 201-788-0

Density: 1.515g/cm3

Melting point: 94-97 ° C

Boiling point: 215~217 ℃

Flash point: 261.9 º C

Appearance: White crystalline powder, highly soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and methanol

Application:

Xylitol is a sweetener, nutritional supplement and adjuvant therapy for diabetics: Xylitol is an intermediate in the metabolism of sugar in the body. 

In the absence of in the body, it affects the metabolism of sugar. It does not require , and xylitol can also Through the cell membrane, 

it is absorbed and utilized by the tissue to promote the synthesis of glycogen in the liver, for the nutrition and energy of the cells, 

and does not cause the blood sugar level to rise, eliminating the symptoms of more than three symptoms 

(multiple food, polydipsia, polyuria) after taking the diabetes. It is the most suitable nutritive sugar substitute for diabetic patients.

Xylitol can be used in sugar, cakes, and beverages as needed for normal production. The label indicates that it is suitable for diabetics. 

In actual production, xylitol can be used as a sweetener or humectant.