Maltitol

A ‌sugar alcohol‌ derived from maltose via hydrogenation, with the chemical formula ‌C₁₂H₂₄O₁₁‌ and CAS No. ‌585-88-6‌

‌Sweetness‌: ~90% of sucrose’s sweetness, with ‌2.1 kcal/g‌ (lower caloric value than sugar)

‌Physical traits‌: White crystalline powder, ‌hygroscopic‌, and highly soluble in water

‌Food Industry Applications‌

‌Sugar substitute‌: Used in ‌sugar-free candies, chocolates, baked goods, and diabetic-friendly products‌ due to its low glycemic index (GI 35)

‌Functional roles‌:

‌Bulking agent‌: Replaces sucrose in gummy candies while maintaining texture

‌Humectant‌: Retains moisture in baked goods and chewing gum