Lactitol Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Lactit
- Lactobiosit
- Lactositol
Lactitol supplier for food, pharmaceutical and nutrition buyers in Malaysia. Lactitol is a disaccharide alcohol derived from lactose, supplied as a white crystalline powder or granules with a clean, mildly sweet taste. It is selected where reduced sweetness and lower calorie content are required in place of sucrose.
Food-grade anhydrous material, pharmaceutical-grade monohydrate and nutrition grades can be requested. The hydrate form matters: food systems commonly use anhydrous lactitol, while pharmaceutical work often specifies the monohydrate.
Sugar-free confectionery and bakery, pharmaceutical formulations and dietary supplements each impose their own assay and documentation requirements. State the end use, grade and hydrate form so the quoted material matches the formulation.
Send the required grade, specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- Grade
- food grade, pharmaceutical grade, nutrition grade
- Appearance
- white crystalline powder or granules
Lactitol grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food-grade lactitol anhydrous | white crystalline powder or granules | — | Bulk polyol sweetener for sugar-free confectionery, bakery and beverage applications where assay, residual sugar and microbiological limits are defined by the manufacturer. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Lactitol monohydrate, pharmaceutical grade | white crystalline powder | — | Active ingredient and excipient for pharmaceutical formulations where the buyer specifies the hydrate form and pharmacopoeial requirements. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Nutrition and supplement grade | white crystalline powder | — | Low-calorie carbohydrate and prebiotic-type ingredient for dietary supplement and functional food formulations that specify lactitol. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy lactitol from ChemTrade
Request a quote for lactitol
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Identity | lactitol, a disaccharide alcohol derived from lactose | — |
| Appearance | white crystalline powder or granules | — |
| Hydrate form | anhydrous or monohydrate confirmed with the quotation | — |
| Sweetness character | clean, mildly sweet taste with lower sweetness than sucrose | — |
| Assay | lactitol content and residual sugar limits confirmed for the quoted grade | — |
| Microbiological limits | confirmed for the quoted grade where required | — |
Lactitol applications
Safety and handling
Keep lactitol sealed in a cool, dry place protected from moisture and odour contamination. Follow the storage information supplied with the quoted grade.
Common questions about lactitol
What is lactitol used for?
Lactitol is a polyol sweetener used in sugar-free foods and beverages, in pharmaceutical formulations as an active ingredient or excipient, and in selected supplement and personal-care products.
What is the difference between lactitol anhydrous and monohydrate?
The two forms differ in water content and crystal behaviour. Food systems commonly use the anhydrous form, while pharmaceutical work often specifies the monohydrate. State the required form with the enquiry.
Which specifications should be provided for lactitol?
Include the required grade, hydrate form, assay and residual sugar limits, pharmacopoeial or food requirements, quantity and delivery location.
How is lactitol packed?
Pack format depends on the anhydrous or monohydrate grade, quantity and receiving requirements. Include the preferred handling format so available packing can be confirmed with the quotation.
How should lactitol quotations be compared?
Compare offers on the same anhydrous or monohydrate basis, with assay, residual-sugar and food or pharmacopoeial requirements aligned. Quantity, packing needs and delivery location then determine the quoted terms and stated validity period.