Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener, humectant, and in the production of cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
- Food Industry: Used as a low-calorie sweetener in sugar-free and diet foods and beverages.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Applied as a laxative and as a vehicle for liquid medications.
- Cosmetics: Used as a humectant in skincare and haircare products.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used in the production of plastics, resins, and other chemical intermediates.
Appearance
White, crystalline or viscous liquid
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Formula
C6H14O6
Molecular Weight
182.17 g/mol
Melting Point
94–98 °C (when crystalline)
Density
1.45 g/cm³ (solid), 1.26 g/cm³ (liquid)
Solubility
Soluble in water
Flash Point
Not applicable
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, but can degrade under extreme heat
