| Xylitol is a naturally occurring five carbon sugar alcohol, equivalent to sucrose in sweetness. Xylitol finds applications in the preparation of confectionaries, chewing gum, toothpaste and mouthwashes. Xylitol is a low-energy sweetener with insulin independent metabolism, making it a promising alternative for sugar in diabetic patients. Xylitol is a natural anticaries agent used in the treatment of dental caries, as it is not utilized by cariogenic bacteria creates a starvation effect on them. Xylitol prevents otitis and upper respiratory tract infections. Commercially, microorganisms like bacteria, fungi and yeasts produce xylitol by fermentation. Synonyms: Xyliton, C-Xylidex CR 16055, DL-Xylitol, Eutrit, Fluorette, Klinit, Kylit, NSC 25283, Wood sugar alcohol, X 0018, Xylisorb, Xylisorb 300, Xylisorb 700, Xylit, Xylit XC, Xylitab 100, Xylitab 300, Xylitab DC, Xylite, Xylite (sugar), Xylitol C, Xylitol CM 90, Xylitol P, Xyliton, meso-Xylitol, xylo-Pentitol CAS No: 87-99-0 Molecular Formula: C5H12O5 Molecular Weight: 152.15 Purity: 98.5% Appearance: White to off-white powder Solubility (1.6mg/ml at 20C): Highly soluble in water pH: As Reported Melting Point: 92-96C Heavy Metals: 0.001% Lead (Pb): 0.0001% Nickel (Ni): 0.0001% Other polyols (Dry substance): 1% Residue on Ignition: 0.1% Storage and Stability: Store at 4C. Stable for 12 months after receipt. |
