Sorbitol Solution 70% (E420): Properties, Applications and Bulk Supply

Sorbitol solution 70% is a clear, sweet liquid used in food, oral care, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It keeps products moist, adds mild sweetness and improves texture. This guide explains the properties of sorbitol 70%, its main applications and what to consider when buying it in bulk.

What is sorbitol solution 70%?

Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol (polyol). It is produced by hydrogenating glucose, which is usually obtained from corn or wheat starch. Sorbitol solution 70% contains about 70% sorbitol in water. In the EU, sorbitol is approved as food additive E420. Its CAS number is 50-70-4.

Key properties

Where sorbitol 70% is used

Toothpaste and oral care

Sorbitol 70% is one of the most important raw materials in toothpaste. It keeps the paste moist, prevents it from drying out in the tube and gives a pleasant, mildly sweet taste. Read more in our article on sorbitol 70% in toothpaste.

Food and confectionery

In confectionery, baked goods and fillings, sorbitol helps retain moisture and keeps products soft for longer. It is also used in sugar-free products as a sweetener.

Cosmetics

In creams, lotions and shampoos, sorbitol is used as a humectant that helps formulations stay smooth.

Pharmaceuticals

In syrups and oral liquids, sorbitol 70% is used as a sweetener and to adjust viscosity. For pharmaceutical use, choose a quality that complies with the European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.).

Liquid or powder?

Sorbitol is available as a 70% solution and as a powder. The solution is easy to dose by pump and mixes quickly into liquid and semi-solid products. Sorbitol powder is preferred in dry applications such as chewing gum, pressed tablets and powder blends.

Bulk supply in IBCs

biolla chemicals delivers sorbitol solution 70% exclusively in IBCs of 1,100 kg. IBCs are easy to handle with a forklift, can be emptied directly into production and reduce packaging waste compared with small containers.

• Store the IBC protected from frost and direct sunlight.
• Keep the container closed after opening to avoid contamination.
• Plan your orders so that one IBC is used within a reasonable time.

Checklist for buyers

• Required quality: food grade or Ph. Eur.
• Specification and Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
• Delivery address with access for IBC unloading
• Annual demand, so that deliveries can be planned

FAQ

Can I buy sorbitol 70% in drums or canisters?

biolla chemicals supplies sorbitol solution 70% only in IBCs of 1,100 kg.

What is the difference between sorbitol solution and sorbitol powder?

Both contain the same substance. The solution is used in liquid and pasty products, the powder in dry products such as chewing gum and tablets.

Do you deliver sorbitol 70% across Europe?

Yes. We deliver from Hamburg to customers across Europe.

Sorbitol solution 70% from biolla chemicals

biolla chemicals supplies sorbitol solution 70% E420 (CAS 50-70-4) in IBCs of 1,100 kg to food, oral care, cosmetics and pharma manufacturers across Europe. Specification, CoA and SDS are available on request.

See all details on our product page: Sorbitol Solution 70% CAS 50-70-4

Related articles:

• Sorbitol 70% in Toothpaste: Why It Is Used and What to Look For
• Sorbitol Powder in Chewing Gum, Confectionery and Chewable Tablets

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