Sorbitol 

C 6 H 14 O 6

M.W. :   182.17

CAS NO. [50-70-4].

DEFINITION

Sorbitol contains NLT 91.0% and NMT 100.5% of D-sorbitol, calculated on the anhydrous basis.The amounts of total sugars, other polyhydric alcohols,and any hexitol anhydrides, if detected, are not included in the requirements, nor in the calculated amount under Other Impurities in General Notices.

Action and use

Used for parenteral nutrition.

CHARACTERS

Appearance ： White or almost white, crystalline powder.

Solubility

Very soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol (96 per cent).It shows polymorphism .

Use ：

• As raw materials for the preparation of drugs, such as vitamin C, isosorbide dinitrate, etc.

• Nutritive sweeteners, moisture control agents, anti-crystallization agents, emulsifiers, and surfactants.

• Cosmetics industry Mainly used as softeners, humidity regulators, lubricants, antifreezes, etc.