[Wholesale supply of sorbitol] Pay attention to the amount of sorbitol added to food

Sorbitol, also known as sorbitol. It is white hygroscopic powder or crystalline powder, flakes or granules, odorless. Depending on the crystallization conditions, the melting point changes in the range of 88~102℃, and the relative density is about 1.49. Easily soluble in water (1g dissolves in about 0.45mL water), slightly soluble in ethanol and acetic acid. It has a refreshing sweetness, the sweetness is about half that of sucrose, and its caloric value is similar to that of sucrose. In the food industry, it is mostly sorbitol liquid with a content of 69~71%.

Reminder for the supply of sorbitol: Pay attention to the amount of sorbitol added to food:

Sorbitol has long been recognized as a safe food additive in the United States. At present, FAO/WHO does not have special regulations on the ADI value of the maximum allowable daily intake of sorbitol, but it must be stated on the food label that “the daily intake should not exceed 50g. Excessive intake may cause diarrhea.” It can be used for raisins, the maximum dosage is 5g/kg; for edible ice and ice-added drinks, it is 50g/kg (used alone or combined with glycerin). Soft drinks, 1.3g/L; cold drinks, 70g/L; candy, 21g/kg; baked goods, 50g/kg; puddings, 8g/kg; sugar coating, 0.5g/kg; top decoration, 280g/kg.

GB2760-2014 “National Food Safety Standards for the Use of Food Additives” stipulates that sorbitol can be used as a sweetener, leavening agent, emulsifier, moisture retaining agent, stabilizer, and thickener. The maximum usage amount in raw and wet noodle products is 30.0/kg; the maximum usage amount in frozen surimi products is 0.5g/kg; used in frozen drinks, jams, candies, pickled vegetables, baked goods, condiments, and beverages , puffed food, soy products process, sugar making process, sugar making process, use appropriate amount according to production needs.

Sorbitol (liquid) can be used in ice cream, popsicles, pastries, beverages, biscuits, bread, pickles, and candies according to production needs. Pastry, the maximum dosage is 5.0g/kg; surimi and its products, 0.5g/kg; used in soy product technology, sugar making technology, brewing technology, gum-based candies, fried snacks, seasonings, according to production needs Use in moderation.

PS: Sorbitol powder and sorbitol liquid have the same effect. They are used as sweeteners in food and beverages, but the added amounts are different. The maximum content of sorbitol liquid can reach 80%. , the dosage will be larger.