SORBO® A-625 Non-Crystallizing Sorbitol Solution NF - 260001
- Chemical Name
- Sorbitol
SORBO® A-625 Non-Crystallizing Sorbitol Solution NF - 260001 is a versatile ingredient employed in a wide range of applications, including pharmaceutical, oral care, and industrial uses. This non-crystallizing sorbitol solution serves various purposes, often as an alternative to regular liquid sorbitol. It functions as a bulking agent, sweetener, and humectant, providing the desired properties and characteristics in the products it is used in.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Product families
- Confectionery
- Desserts & Fruit Preparations
Other characteristics
- Brand
- SORBO
- Functions
Anti-Crystalizing Agent, Bulking Agent, Cryoprotectant, Humectant, Nutritive Sweetener
- Ingredient Name
- Sorbitol
- Labeling Claims
Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65; Halal; Kosher; Non-GMO; Not Listed In California Proposition 65
- Calories (Energy)
- 185.0 Cal/100 g
- Certifications & Compliance
FCC Compliant, FSSC 22000, GFSI Certified, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, ISO 22000, Kosher, National Formulary (NF), Non-GMO Project Verified
- Note
* Not present at level of quantification.; 1 Based on a sample wt. of 3.3 g. NLT 12.8 mL of 0.05 Nsodium thiosulfate (NMT 0.3% d.b. as glucose)
- Odor
- No detectable foreign odor
- Flavor
- Clean - sweet taste
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Shelf LIfe
- 12 Months
- Ingredient
- Sorbitol
- Technology
- Food Ingredients
- Packaging Type
- Boxes
- Bulk
- Drums
- Storage Condition
Recommended storage temperature is 60°F-100°F (16°C - 38°C). Shelf life is 12 months. Retest every 12 months for color, water, pH, and reducing sugars.
- Chemical Inventories
- AICS (Australia)
- DSL (Canada)
- EINECS (EU)
- ENCS (Japan)
- IECSC (China)
- INSQ (Mexico)
- KECI (Korea)
- NZIoC (New Zealand)
- Food Additive Number
- E 420(i), INS 420(i)
- Benefits and Features
- Non-crystallizing
- Humectant
- Cryoprotectant and freezing point depressant
- Moderate sweetness
- Non-browning
- Non-cariogenic
- Bulking for sugar free applications
- Packaging Information
- Boxes
- Drums
- Totes
- Food Ingredients Features
- Bulking
- Humectancy
- Non-Cariogenic
Technical data
Table 1 of 4
4 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Sweetness (vs. Sucrose) | 60 | % |
| Hygroscopicity | Medium | — |
| Caloric Value | 2.6 | kcal/g, d.b. |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | 170 | cPs |
Table 2 of 4
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Content | 28.5 - 31.5 | % | FCC/NF |
| Assay (as is D-Sorbitol) | min. 45 | % | — |
| Reducing Sugars ¹ | min. 12.8 | ml | — |
| Identifications A, B, C | Conforms | — | — |
| Lead Content | max. 1 | ppm | NF/FCC |
| Nickel | max. 1 | ppm | — |
| pH (14% w/w in Water) | 5 - 7.5 | — | — |
| Residue on Ignition | max. 0.1 | % d.b. | — |
Table 3 of 4
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Total Aerobic Microbial Count | max. 1000 | cfu/g |
| Yeast and Molds Count | max. 100 | cfu/g |
Table 4 of 4
16 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 | — |
| Calories From Fat | 0 | — |
| Total Fat * | max. 0.1 | g/100g |
| Cholesterol | 0 | mg/100g |
| Sodium * | max. 2 | mg/100g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 70.3 | g/100g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 | g/100g |
| Total Sugars | 0 | g/100g |
| Added Sugars | 0 | g/100g |
| Sugar Alcohols | 70.3 | g/100g |
| Protein * | max. 0.1 | g/100g |
| Vitamin D | 0 | mcg/100g |
