Sorbitol Powder · Polyol Bulk Sweetener & Humectant for Food, Pharma & Oral Care (E420)

Name: Sorbitol Powder
Brand: Atlas Global Trading Co.
SKU: SWEET-SORBITOL-POWDER
Availability: InStock

Sorbitol (E420) is a widely used polyol (sugar alcohol) that functions as a bulk sweetener and humectant. In food manufacturing, sorbitol powder helps control moisture, improve texture, reduce crystallization and provide sweetness in sugar-free and reduced-sugar products such as chewing gum, candies, bakery, fillings and dairy applications. Beyond food, sorbitol is also used in pharmaceuticals and oral care products as a sweetener, carrier and moisture-control agent (grade dependent). Atlas Global Trading Co. supplies sorbitol powder from qualified producers with COA, documentation and reliable global logistics support.

Function: Bulk sweetener, humectant and texture modifier (E420) for sugar-free and moisture-sensitive products

Typical form: white crystalline powder or granules; food-grade and pharmacopeial grades available (producer dependent)

Key feature: Moisture control and anti-crystallization benefits, supporting softness and shelf life in many systems

Sorbitol is often used with other polyols (isomalt, maltitol, xylitol, erythritol) and high-intensity sweeteners to optimize sweetness, texture and digestive tolerance. Explore the full Sweeteners portfolio or browse our Product Index (A–Z) for complementary sweeteners and functional ingredients.

Product overview

E420 sorbitol: multifunctional polyol for sweetness, moisture control and stability

Sorbitol offers moderate sweetness (lower than sucrose) and strong humectant properties, making it valuable in products where moisture retention and texture stability are important. It can reduce water activity in certain formulations and help delay crystallization of sugars, improving smoothness and shelf life. As with other polyols, excessive consumption may cause laxative effects—labeling requirements vary by market and must be confirmed for each destination.

Key characteristics

Ingredient type: polyol (sugar alcohol) bulk sweetener.
E-number: E420 (sorbitol; may include sorbitol syrup as E420(ii) in some regulations).
Sweetness: typically ~50–60% of sucrose sweetness (temperature and matrix dependent).
Humectancy: strong moisture-binding ability—helps keep products soft and reduces drying.
Anti-crystallization: helps reduce sugar crystallization and supports smooth texture in fillings and confectionery.
Cooling effect: mild to moderate; generally lower than xylitol (sensory depends on dose and matrix).
Solubility: readily soluble in water; suitable for dry blends and reconstitution.
Labeling & consumer information:
- Polyol; may require “excessive consumption may produce laxative effects” labeling in many markets.
- Nutrition and carbohydrate declarations depend on local rules.
Applications: chewing gum, sugar-free candy, bakery, fillings, dairy desserts, dry mixes, pharma syrups/tablets and oral care (grade dependent).

Atlas supports product developers in selecting sorbitol grades (particle size, moisture and purity) matched to chewing gum, confectionery, bakery and pharma/oral care applications.

Indicative specification points

Specifications vary by producer and grade (food vs. pharmacopeial). Typical parameters include:

Assay / sorbitol content: minimum % as specified.
Moisture: controlled for stability and flowability.
Reducing sugars / impurities: controlled for color stability and taste.
Appearance: white crystals or powder, free-flowing.
Particle size distribution: defined per grade (powder vs. granules) for mixing and processing.
Bulk density: relevant for dosing and tableting.
Color: low color for white confections and tablets.
Microbiological criteria: controlled per applicable standards.

Each batch is delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet. Additional documents can include GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability (vegan/vegetarian), Halal/Kosher where applicable and compliance statements depending on grade and producer.

Chewing gum & compressed mints

Chewing gum: used as a bulk sweetener and carrier; supports texture and sweetness with good processing behavior.
Compressed mints/tablets: powder/granular grades selected for compressibility and flow (process dependent).

Sugar-free confectionery

Chewy candies and toffees: helps retain moisture and softness; supports smooth texture.
Hard candy and lozenges: used in blends with other polyols; moisture control and crystallization management are key.
Coatings and panning: used as a carrier and sweetener in some systems.

Bakery, fillings & desserts

Bakery products: acts as a humectant to reduce staling and improve softness in cakes and baked goods.
Fillings, jams and fruit preparations: helps control crystallization and improve smoothness.
Dairy desserts and frozen desserts: supports sweetness and mouthfeel; manage freezing point and solids balance as needed.

Pharmaceuticals & nutraceuticals (grade dependent)

Syrups and oral liquids: used as a sweetener and viscosity contributor in some formulations.
Chewable tablets and lozenges: functions as a diluent/bulking agent; select appropriate particle size and compressibility grade.
Powder blends: carrier for flavors and actives in sachets and stick packs.

Oral care

Toothpaste and mouthcare products: humectant and sweetener roles (formulation dependent).
Helps maintain moisture and prevents drying/cracking of pastes.

Formulation guidance

Sweetness matching: sorbitol is less sweet than sucrose—pair with high-intensity sweeteners if needed.
Moisture management: strong humectancy can improve softness but requires packaging and water activity control.
Digestive tolerance: polyols can cause laxative effects at high intake; consider serving size and regulatory labeling rules.
Polyol blends: blending with isomalt/maltitol/xylitol/erythritol can optimize texture, cooling effect and cost.
Process validation: confirm performance under your cooking, extrusion, tableting or baking conditions.

Optimize sweetness and texture with sorbitol

Atlas can supply sorbitol powder in suitable grades for gum, confectionery, bakery and pharma/oral care, and support full sweetener systems with polyols, high-intensity sweeteners and flavors. Share your application and process—our team will propose suitable grades and documentation.

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Quality & documentation

Supplied as food-grade sorbitol powder (E420) with agreed specification for assay, moisture, particle size and impurities.
Pharmacopeial grades may be available for pharmaceutical use (producer dependent).
Each batch delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet.
Documentation can include GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability (vegan/vegetarian), Halal/Kosher where applicable and compliance statements (grade/market dependent).
Production sites typically operate under recognized food safety systems such as HACCP and FSSC/ISO 22000 (producer dependent).
Customers remain responsible for finished-product compliance, nutrition labeling and polyol labeling requirements in destination markets.

Packaging, storage & logistics

Packaging options: bags, cartons or big bags with inner liners (producer dependent).
Store in a cool, dry area in tightly closed original packaging. Protect from moisture to prevent caking.
Use FIFO inventory management; reseal opened packs promptly to maintain flowability.
Shipments can be arranged under FOB, CFR, CIF or other agreed Incoterms, with export/customs and quality documentation coordinated from Ankara.

To receive a tailored offer, please share your application (gum/confectionery/bakery/pharma/oral care), desired grade (powder/granular; food vs. pharmacopeial), annual volume, preferred packaging and documentation requirements (COA, Halal/Kosher where applicable, non-GMO, etc.) and destination markets. Our team will recommend suitable sorbitol grades for your production.