Sorbitol (pronounced sore-bih-tall) is a type of carbohydrate called a sugar alcohol, or polyol, which are water-soluble compounds that occur naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Sorbitol is also commercially produced from glucose for use in packaged foods and beverages to provide sweetness, texture and moisture retention.

Applications:

• Solid dosage forms
  • Plasticizer in gelatin capsules
• Liquid dosage forms
  • Bulking agent for sugar-free solutions and syrups
  • Non-cariogenic sweetening agent
  • Anti-crystallizing agent
  • Stabilizer for drugs and vitamins in suspensions
• Medicated confectionery
  • Medicated chewing gum
• Topical preparations
  • Emollient and humectant in creams and emulsions