AdditivesE965 - maltitol
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E965 - maltitol
Open Food Facts additive identifier: en:e965
EmulsifierHumectantStabiliserSweetenerThickener
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Risk Level
Unknown
Description
MALTITOL is a sugar alcohol (a polyol) used as a sugar substitute. It has 75–90% of the sweetness of sucrose (table sugar) and nearly identical properties, except for browning. Maltitol's high sweetness allows it to be used without being mixed with other sweeteners. It is used in candy manufacture, particularly sugar-free hard candy, chewing gum, chocolates, baked goods, and ice cream.
Sources
EFSA Evaluation
Opinion of the Scientific Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in Contact with Food on a request from the Commission related to Maltitol Syrup E 965ii new production process. Change of specification
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