Sorbitol Solution 70% (E420), CAS 50-70-4

Sorbitol solution 70% for food, oral care and pharma

biolla chemicals supplies sorbitol solution 70% (E420, CAS 50-70-4) to food, confectionery, oral care, cosmetics and pharmaceutical manufacturers across Europe. Sorbitol 70% is a clear, colourless, viscous aqueous solution of D-sorbitol with approx. 70% dry substance. It is delivered exclusively in IBCs of 1,100 kg.

Also known as: sorbitol syrup, liquid sorbitol, D-glucitol solution, Sorbitlösung 70 % (German), sorbitol liquide 70 % (French).

Why manufacturers use sorbitol 70%

• Humectant: keeps products moist and soft and extends shelf life.
• Sweetener and sugar replacer: about 60% of the sweetness of sugar, used in sugar-free and reduced-sugar products.
• Bulking agent and texturiser in confectionery and bakery.
• Liquid form: easy to pump and dose, no dissolving step needed.

Applications

• Toothpaste and oral care: humectant and sweetener, one of the largest uses of sorbitol 70%.
• Confectionery: sugar-free sweets, chewing gum, fillings.
• Bakery and food: moisture retention in cakes, fillings, surimi and other foods.
• Pharmaceuticals: sweetener and vehicle in syrups, oral solutions and suspensions.
• Cosmetics: humectant in creams, lotions and shampoos.
• Technical uses: raw material for surfactants and polyols.

Product data

How sorbitol 70% works in your formulation

• Moisture control: sorbitol binds water and slows down drying out, for example in toothpaste, soft confectionery and bakery fillings.
• Sweetness: about 60% of the sweetness of sucrose with a clean, mild taste.
• Colour stability: as a sugar alcohol, sorbitol does not take part in Maillard browning, so products keep their colour during heating.
• Flexibility: sorbitol acts as a plasticiser and keeps soft candies, soft gel capsule shells and films flexible.

Choosing the right sorbitol grade

Sorbitol solutions are produced as crystallising and non-crystallising types. Non-crystallising sorbitol stays liquid and clear for longer and is often chosen for toothpaste and soft confectionery. Tell us your application, and we will check which grade suits your process and send you the specification.

Delivery, storage and handling

• Packaging: IBC with 1,100 kg, ready to be pumped directly into your production.
• Storage: keep the IBC closed and protect it from frost and direct sunlight.
• Handling: sorbitol solution becomes more viscous at low temperatures. Bring it to room temperature before pumping.
• Delivery: from Hamburg to customers across Europe.

Labelling in the EU

Sorbitol is approved as food additive E420 and must meet the purity criteria of Regulation (EU) No 231/2012. Foods containing more than 10% added polyols must carry the statement “excessive consumption may produce laxative effects” according to Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between sorbitol 70% and sorbitol powder?

Both contain the same molecule. The solution is easy to pump and is used where water is part of the recipe, for example in toothpaste and syrups. The powder is used in dry products such as chewing gum, chewable tablets and powder blends.

Why does sorbitol solution become thick in winter?

The viscosity of sorbitol solution rises at low temperatures. Store the IBC in a heated area and bring it to room temperature before pumping.

Can I order less than one IBC?

Sorbitol solution 70% is supplied in IBCs of 1,100 kg. For smaller quantities, sorbitol powder in 25 kg bags can be an alternative.

How is sorbitol 70% delivered?

Sorbitol solution 70% is delivered in IBCs and can be pumped directly into your production. If you need a dry ingredient, see our sorbitol powder.

Is sorbitol 70% suitable for toothpaste?

Yes. Sorbitol 70% is one of the most common humectants and sweeteners in toothpaste. Please ask us for the specification for your application.

Do you deliver outside Germany?

Yes, we deliver to customers across Europe.

Guide: Sorbitol 70% in toothpaste – why it is used and what to look for

Request a quote for sorbitol 70%

Send us the number of IBCs and the delivery address: contact form, info@biolla.de or +49 40 67 555 155.

Related products: Maltodextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose MCC, Magnesium Stearate.

Further reading

• Sorbitol 70% in toothpaste
• Sorbitol powder in chewing gum, confectionery and chewable tablets
• Sorbitol powder E420