SORBO® EG Sorbitol Solution USP/FCC - 260156
SORBO® EG Sorbitol Solution USP/FCC - 260156 is a specialized sorbitol solution designed for pharmaceutical applications that demand a stringent limit on residual ethylene glycol content. This high-quality sorbitol solution serves several essential functions, including being a humectant to maintain moisture, a flavoring agent to enhance taste, an anti-crystallizing agent to prevent crystal formation, a sweetener to add sweetness to formulations, a bulking agent to increase the volume of products, and a cryoprotectant to protect against damage caused by freezing. It is a versatile ingredient with applications in various pharmaceutical formulations.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Other characteristics
- Brand
- SORBO
- Functions
Anti-Crystalizing Agent, Bulking Agent, Cryoprotectant, Flavoring Agent, Humectant, Nutritive Sweetener, Sweetener
- Ingredient Name
- Sorbitol
- Labeling Claims
Allergen-free, Butylated Hydroxyanisole-free, Colorants-free, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Halal, Kosher, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Soy-free, Wheat-free; Allergen-free; Butylated Hydroxyanisole-free; Colorants-free; Dairy-free; Gluten-free; Halal; Kosher; Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free; Non-GMO; Not Listed In California Proposition 65; Soy-free; Wheat-free
- Calories (Energy)
- 184.0 Cal/100 g
- Certifications & Compliance
FCC Compliant, FSSC 22000, GFSI Certified, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, ISO 22000, Kosher, Non-GMO Project Verified, United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
- Note
* Not present at level of quantification.; 1 Based on a sample wt. of 3.3 g. NLT 12.8 mL of 0.05 N sodium thiosulfate (NMT 0.3% d.b. as glucose)
- Odor
- No detectable foreign odor
- Flavor
- Clean - sweet taste
- Markets
- Agriculture & Feed
- Food & Nutrition
- Shelf LIfe
- 12 Months
- Ingredient
- Sorbitol
- Technology
- Animal Feed & Nutrition
- Food Ingredients
- Animal Species
- Pets
- Packaging Type
- Bulk
- Drums
- Totes (IBC)
- 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)
Technical data
Table 1 of 4
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Sweetness (vs. Sucrose) | 60 | % |
| Hygroscopicity | Medium | — |
| Caloric Value | 2.6 | kcal/g, d.b. |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | 110 | cPs |
| Ethylene Glycol | max. 53 | ppm |
Table 2 of 4
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Content | 28.5 - 31.5 | % | FCC/NF |
| Assay (as is D-Sorbitol) | min. 64 | % | — |
| Reducing Sugars ¹ | min. 12.8 | ml | — |
| Identifications A, B, C | Conforms | — | — |
| Lead Content | max. 1 | ppm | NF/FCC |
| Nickel | max. 1 | ppm | — |
| Conductivity | max. 10 | μS/cm | — |
| 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 | 184 | — |
| Calories From Fat | 0 | — |
| Total Fat * | max. 0.1 | g/100g |
| Cholesterol | 0 | mg/100g |
| Sodium * | max. 2 | mg/100g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 70.8 | g/100g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 | g/100g |
| Total Sugars * | max. 0.1 | g/100g |
| Added Sugars | 0 | g/100g |
| Sugar Alcohols | 70.8 | g/100g |
| Protein * | max. 0.1 | g/100g |
| Vitamin D | 0 | mcg/100g |
