What Is Maltitol Crystalline Powder (E965)? Applications, Dosage, Alternatives & Specifications
Last updated: 2026-11-14 · CAS 585-88-6 · Food Grade
- Quick facts
- Name
- Maltitol Crystalline Powder (E965)
- CAS number
- 585-88-6
- Grade
- Food Grade
- Certifications
- ISO 9001 · ISO 22000 · HACCP · FAMI-QS · Kosher · Halal · GMP · SGS
- Application areas
- 4
- Documentation
- COA · TDS · SDS
Overview
Maltitol Crystal, also known as hydrogenated maltose, has the chemical name 4-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol, and is a disaccharide alcohol formed by the combination of one molecule of glucose and one molecule of sorbitol, belonging to the functional sugar alcohol sweetener category. Its molecular formula is C12H24O11, molecular weight is 344.31, CAS number is 585–88–6, and EINECS number is 209–567–0. Maltitol Crystal is produced from high-quality corn starch through enzymatic liquefaction, saccharification, hydrogenation and refining into crystalline powder. The hydrogenated crystalline maltitol has the same chemical structure as naturally occurring maltitol and can be regarded as a natural and safe functional food ingredient. Maltitol Crystal appears as white or off-white crystalline powder, odorless, with a sweet taste. It is soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, insoluble in methanol, with a melting point of 148–151°C, and a sweetness of 85%-95% of sucrose. It has characteristics such as heat resistance, acid resistance, moisture retention and non-fermentability, and basically does not undergo Maillard reaction. As a low-calorie, non-cariogenic functional sweetener, Maltitol Crystal is not digested or absorbed in the body, with a caloric value only 5% of sucrose, does not raise blood sugar, does not stimulate insulin secretion, making it an ideal sweetener for therapeutic foods. Maltitol Crystal is widely used in the food industry, pharmaceutical industry, health products and feed additives. In the food industry, it is an ideal sweetener for low-sugar/sugar-free products such as sugar-free candies, chocolates, baked goods and frozen desserts; in the pharmaceutical field, it is used as an excipient for oral suspension drugs and a diluent for chewable tablets; in health products, it is an important ingredient in diabetes-specific foods and weight loss products.
Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder, odorless, sweet taste.
Molecular Formula and Molecular Weight: C12H24O11, molecular weight 344.31.
Applications
Pharmaceutical Industry Applications
Maltitol Crystal has important applications in the pharmaceutical field as an important component of pharmaceutical excipients. Demand for…
Health Products Applications
Maltitol Crystal applications in health products are growing rapidly, and it is an important functional ingredient in diabetes-specific foods and…
Cosmetics and Personal Care Applications
Maltitol Crystal is used as a humectant and oral care ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products. Main Applications:
Feed Additives Applications
Maltitol Crystal is used as a sweetener and attractant in feed additives. Main Applications:
Specification
| Parameter | Specification (Type I/Crystalline Product) | Test Method | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Color and State | White to off-white crystalline powder | Place appropriate amount of sample in a clean, dry white porcelain plate, observe under natural light | ||
| Odor | Odorless, with cool sweet taste | Smell (taste) | ||
| Physicochemical Specifications (based on GB 28307–2012, Chinese Pharmacopoeia, USP, EP, FCC standards): | Parameter | GB 28307–2012 Type I Standard | Chinese Pharmacopoeia Standard | USP/EP/FCC Standard |
| Test Method | ||||
| Maltitol Content (on dry basis), w/% | ≥98.0 | ≥98.0 (on anhydrous basis) | 98.0–100.5 | HPLC |
| Water, w/% | ≤1.0 | ≤1.0 | ≤1.0 | Loss on drying method/Water determination |
| Reducing Sugars (as glucose), w/% | ≤0.1 | Complies with pharmacopoeia | ≤0.1 | Alkaline copper citrate solution titration |
| Residue on Ignition, w/% | ≤0.1 | ≤0.1 | ≤0.1 | Ignition method |
| Specific Optical Rotation α(20°C, D)/[()dm2·kg−1] | 105.5–108.5 | +105.5°~+108.5° | +105.5°~+108.5° | Polarimeter |
| Conductivity (20°C, μS/cm) | — | ≤20 | ≤20 | Conductivity meter |
| Sulfates (as SO4), mg/kg | ≤100 | ≤100 | ≤100 | Barium chloride precipitation turbidimetry |
| Chlorides (as Cl), mg/kg | ≤50 | ≤50 (0.005%) | ≤50 | Silver nitrate precipitation turbidimetry |
| Nickel (as Ni), mg/kg | ≤2 | — | ≤1 (USP) | Atomic absorption spectrometry |
| Total Arsenic (as As), mg/kg | ≤3 | — | ≤1 | Atomic fluorescence spectrometry/GB/T 5009.11 |
| Lead (Pb), mg/kg | ≤1 | — | ≤0.5 (USP) | GB 5009.12 |
| Melting Point, °C | — | 148–151 | 148–151 | Melting point determination method |
| Total Plate Count, CFU/g | — | — | ≤100 (USP) | Microbial testing |
| Yeast and Mold, CFU/g | — | — | ≤100 | Microbial testing |
| Coliforms | — | — | <3 MPN/g | Microbial testing |
| Note: The above specifications are compiled based on GB 28307–2012, Chinese Pharmacopoeia 2020 Edition, USP, EP, FCC and other international standards. |
Packaging & Storage
- Packing: 25kg net fiber drum with double PE liner.
- Sample: 100-500g free sample available.
- Storage: Keep in tightly closed packaging, cool, dry, well-ventilated. Protect from light and moisture.
- Shelf Life: 24 months from production date.
Quality & Certifications
Every batch tested by in-house QC lab. COA, TDS, SDS provided with each shipment.
Regulatory & Compliance
EU
Complies with EU regulations and FAMI-QS standards.
USA
Meets FDA and AAFCO requirements.
China
Registered under Chinese MOA regulations.
International
Kosher, Halal, ISO certified. FTA forms available.
Safety & Handling
- Hazard Class: Generally non-hazardous. Refer to SDS for details.
- Storage: Room temperature, dry, sealed. Avoid strong oxidizers.
- Transport: Non-dangerous goods. Standard sea/air freight.
- SDS: Available on request at sales@xadditive.cn.
Frequently asked questions
MOQ?
MOQ is 1kg for trial, 25kg for regular orders. Free samples available.
Shelf life?
24 months from production date when stored properly.
Certifications?
ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, FAMI-QS, Kosher, Halal, COA, SDS, TDS.
How to get quote?
Email sales@xadditive.cn with your requirement. Reply within 30 minutes.
Request a quote & COA
Ask for the current specification sheet, a COA sample and a bulk quotation — reply within 30 minutes on working days.