Sorbitol Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- D-Glucitol
- E420
- Sorbit
Sorbitol supplier for food, pharmaceutical, personal-care and industrial buyers in Malaysia. Also called D-glucitol, sorbit and E420, sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a bulk sweetener and humectant. It is roughly 60% as sweet as sucrose, non-cariogenic, and freely soluble in water.
Commercial supply is split by form. Crystalline sorbitol powder suits dry blends, tableting and solid confectionery, while liquid sorbitol, typically around 70% solids, suits syrups, soft systems and liquid dosing. Food-grade and industrial grades are both genuine market options; state the form and specification you need.
Food and beverage makers use it in sugar-free confectionery, chewing gum and reduced-calorie products. Pharmaceutical and personal-care formulators use it in syrups, oral liquids, toothpaste and creams, and industrial users take it as a polyol feedstock for selected polyurethanes, surfactants and plasticisers.
Send the required form, grade, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 50-70-4
- Formula
- C6H14O6
- Grade
- food, industrial
- Appearance
- white crystalline powder or clear aqueous solution, according to form
Sorbitol 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorbitol powder | white crystalline powder | — | Dry blends, tableting, sugar-free confectionery, chewing gum bases and other processes that charge solid polyol. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Sorbitol liquid 70% | clear aqueous solution, typically around 70% solids | — | Liquid dosing for syrups, soft confectionery, humectant systems and personal-care formulations that prefer a solution. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Food-grade sorbitol | powder or liquid as specified | — | Sweetener and humectant work in food, beverage and related formulation where a food-grade specification is required. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy sorbitol from ChemTrade
Request a quote for sorbitol
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | white crystalline powder, or clear colourless to pale aqueous solution according to form | — |
| Solubility | freely soluble in water | — |
| Relative sweetness | about 60% of sucrose, non-cariogenic sugar alcohol | — |
| Hygroscopicity | strongly hygroscopic; holds moisture in formulated products | — |
Sorbitol applications
Safety and handling
Store sealed in a cool, dry place. Sorbitol is strongly hygroscopic: keep powder containers closed to limit caking, and protect liquid grades from contamination. Handle food-grade material with suitable hygiene practice.
Common questions about sorbitol
Is sorbitol the same as D-glucitol, sorbit and E420?
Yes. Sorbitol is also known as D-glucitol and sorbit, and is coded E420 as a food additive. State the form and grade in the enquiry because powder and liquid grades are handled and dosed differently.
Should I order sorbitol powder or liquid 70%?
Crystalline powder suits dry blends, tableting and solid confectionery. Liquid sorbitol, commonly around 70% solids, suits syrups, soft systems and liquid dosing. Tell us the process and preferred form so the quotation can match the requirement.
What is sorbitol used for in food and personal care?
It is used as a bulk sweetener and humectant. Food makers use it in sugar-free confectionery, gum and reduced-calorie products; personal-care formulators use it for moisture retention in toothpaste, creams and lotions.
Is food-grade sorbitol available, and what documents can I request?
Food-grade and industrial grades are both commercially relevant. List any required documents, such as a certificate of analysis or specification sheet, in the enquiry. Available documentation is confirmed with the quoted grade.
How hygroscopic is sorbitol, and how should it be stored?
Sorbitol is strongly hygroscopic and is chosen partly for that moisture-holding behaviour. Keep powder sealed and dry to limit caking, and store liquid grades clean and closed. Storage and packing details for the quoted lot are confirmed with the quotation.
What details are needed for a sorbitol price enquiry?
Provide form (powder or liquid), grade, any assay or solids target, quantity and delivery location. Mention preferred packing and documentation needs so the quotation can address the full requirement.