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| Place of Origin: | China |
| Brand Name: | Golden Grain |
| Certification: | ISO, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP |
| Model Number: | GSOR-98 |
| Minimum Order Quantity: | 100kg |
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| Price: | USD1.00-USD1.65/KG FOB QINGDAO, CHINA |
| Packaging Details: | 25kg/bag with kraft and PE INNER |
| Delivery Time: | 7 - 10 working days |
| Payment Terms: | L/C, T/T, D/P, Western Union, D/A |
| Supply Ability: | 1200MT per month |
| Storagecondition: | Store In A Cool, Dry Place | Moisturecontent: | ≤0.5% |
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| Solubility: | Soluble In Water | Applications: | Food Additive, Pharmaceutical Excipient, Cosmetic Ingredient |
| Refractive Index: | 420 | Molecularformula: | C6H14O6 |
| Bulkdensity: | 0.6-0.8 G/cm³ | Type: | Pharmaceutical Grade, BP, USP, EP |
| Chemicalname: | D-Glucitol | Particle Size: | 20-60mesh |
| Productname: | Sorbitol Powder |
Sorbitol Powder USP/BP/EP Grade 99% — Pharmaceutical Excipient & Humectant for Toothpaste, Mouthwash, Tablet & Personal Care CAS 50-70-4
| Attribute | Value |
| Product Name | Sorbitol Powder (D-Sorbitol) |
| CAS No. | 50-70-4 |
| E Number | E420 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H14O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 182.17 |
| Grade | USP / BP / EP Pharmaceutical Grade |
| Purity | ≥ 99.0% |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules |
| Sweetness | ~60% of sucrose |
| Melting Point | 95–99°C |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water (1g in 0.5mL) |
| Particle Size | 20–60 mesh (direct compression) / 60–100 mesh (fine powder) |
| pH (10% solution) | 5.0–7.0 |
| Moisture | ≤ 1.0% |
| Reducing Sugar | ≤ 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Nickel | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Lead | ≤ 0.5 ppm |
| Arsenic | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Chloride | ≤ 50 ppm |
| Sulphate | ≤ 100 ppm |
| Total Aerobic Microbial Count | ≤ 100 CFU/g |
| Total Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 CFU/g |
| E. Coli | Absent |
| Salmonella | Absent |
| Parameter | Details |
| Packaging | 25 kg kraft paper bag with PE inner liner; 500 kg / 1,000 kg FIBC big bag |
| Shelf Life | 36 months (pharmaceutical grade) |
| Storage | Cool, dry place; keep containers tightly closed |
| MOQ | 1 MT (sample available) |
| Lead Time | 7–15 days |
| Port of Loading | Shanghai / Qingdao / Tianjin |
| Certifications | USP, BP, EP compliant; ISO 22000, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO; DMF available |
Sorbitol is a hexahydric sugar alcohol produced by catalytic hydrogenation of glucose. Our pharmaceutical grade sorbitol powder meets USP, BP, and EP monographs with ≥ 99.0% purity — the highest standard available for pharmaceutical, oral care, and personal care manufacturers who require pharmacopoeia-grade ingredients.
Unlike food-grade sorbitol, our USP/BP/EP grade undergoes additional purification steps and stricter microbial controls (≤ 100 CFU/g TAMC vs. ≤ 1,000 CFU/g for food grade), making it suitable for direct patient-contact applications.
| Application Requirement | Sorbitol Powder USP/BP/EP Solution |
| Pharmacopoeia compliance | Meets USP, BP, EP monographs; DMF available |
| Low microbial load | ≤ 100 CFU/g TAMC — stricter than food grade |
| Direct compression tableting | 20–60 mesh optimized for flow and compressibility |
| Non-cariogenic oral care | Does not cause tooth decay — ideal for toothpaste and mouthwash |
| Humectancy without stickiness | Binds moisture without the tackiness of glycerol |
| Clean taste, no aftertaste | Neutral sweet profile that does not mask active ingredients |
| High chemical stability | Compatible with most APIs, surfactants, and flavor systems |
Sorbitol powder is the #1 humectant and sweetener in toothpaste formulations worldwide. It replaces glycerol in cost-sensitive formulations while delivering superior performance:
Humectancy
Non-cariogenic sweetness
Tooth-friendly
Abrasive suspension
Flavor compatibility
Usage rate: 10–30% of toothpaste formula weight.
Viscosity builder
Humectant
Sweetness
Usage rate: 5–15% of mouthwash formula.
Our 20–60 mesh sorbitol powder is optimized for direct compression — the preferred manufacturing method for chewable tablets, lozenges, and effervescent tablets:
Excellent compressibility
Rapid disintegration
Cooling mouthfeel
Sugar-free
API compatibility
No granulation needed
Usage rate: 60–95% of tablet weight as the primary filler-binder.
Sorbitol's stability with acid-base systems makes it the excipient of choice for effervescent vitamin, mineral, and analgesic tablets:
Acid-stable
Rapid dissolution
Clean taste
Sorbitol powder functions as a natural humectant and emollient in personal care products:
Skin moisturizer
Shampoo & conditioner
Shaving cream
Bar soap
For pharmaceutical syrups, suspensions, and pediatric formulations, sorbitol powder dissolves easily to create sugar-free, non-cariogenic sweetening bases:
Syrup base
Crystallization resistance
Preservative synergy
| Application | Usage Rate | Particle Size | Key Performance |
| Toothpaste | 10–30% | 20–60 mesh | Humectancy + non-cariogenic sweetener |
| Mouthwash | 5–15% | 20–60 mesh | Body + sweetness + low microbial load |
| Chewable Tablets | 60–95% | 20–60 mesh | Direct compression + cooling mouthfeel |
| Effervescent Tablets | 30–60% | 20–60 mesh | Acid stability + rapid dissolution |
| Syrup Base | 60–70% w/w | 20–60 mesh | Viscosity + anti-crystallization |
| Skin Cream / Lotion | 1–5% | 60–100 mesh | Moisture retention |
| Shampoo / Conditioner | 1–3% | 60–100 mesh | Texture + anti-drying |
| Glycerin Soap | 3–8% | 60–100 mesh | Transparency + emollient |
| Feature | Sorbitol Powder USP | Sorbitol Liquid 70% | Glycerol |
| Active content | ≥ 99.0% | ~70% | ≥ 99.5% |
| Humectancy | High | Medium-High | Very High |
| Sweetness | ~60% sucrose | ~60% sucrose | ~60% sucrose |
| Non-cariogenic | Yes | Yes | N/A |
| Cost per active kg | Lowest | Medium | Highest |
| Microbial risk | Lowest (dry powder) | Medium (water content) | Low |
| Best for | Toothpaste, tablets, dry mixes | Syrups, liquid products | Premium cosmetics |
| Shelf handling | Easy — no liquid spill risk | Requires pump/liquid handling | Requires pump/liquid handling |
Manufactured in ISO 22000 / HACCP certified facility with full pharmacopoeia compliance:
Identity & Assay
Microbial Limits
Heavy Metals
Physical
Residue
Organic Impurities
Available documents: USP/BP/EP COA, Specification Sheet, MSDS/SDS, DMF Letter of Access, Non-GMO Statement, Halal/Kosher Certificate, Stability Data, Nitrosamine Risk Assessment.
Our company
Qingdao Golden Grain Chemical Co., Ltd, invested by Golden Grain Group Limited, one professional manufacturer and exporter since 2000, is devoted to supplying products and solutions to food & beverage, medicine, animal feed & nutrition, personal care & household, construction, agriculture.
Golden Grain Group Limited have professional staff, advanced production lines and complete lab equipment, pass GMP, HACCP, ISO, HALAL, KOSHER, BRC, GMP-Free, and other necessary certificates, which ensure our quality to be international standard. For many years' experience, we are exporting our products to more than 60 countries in the world.
"Quality Products", "Efficient Service", Golden Grain Group Limited hope to enter good business cooperation with customers at home and abroad for long.
Q: What is the difference between food grade and USP/BP/EP grade sorbitol? A: USP/BP/EP grade undergoes additional purification and stricter microbial controls (≤ 100 CFU/g vs. ≤ 1,000 CFU/g). It meets pharmacopoeia monograph requirements for identity, purity, impurities, and microbial limits — required for pharmaceutical, oral care, and some personal care applications.
Q: Is a DMF available? A: Yes. A Type III DMF is available and a Letter of Access can be provided for your regulatory submissions (FDA, EMA, etc.).
Q: Can sorbitol powder replace glycerol in my toothpaste formula? A: Yes — partially or fully. Sorbitol provides comparable humectancy at lower cost per active kilogram, with the added benefits of non-cariogenic sweetness and lower stickiness. Many manufacturers use a 50:50 sorbitol:glycerol blend for optimal cost-performance.
Q: Which particle size for direct compression tablets? A: 20–60 mesh. This range provides optimal powder flow, compressibility, and tablet hardness. Fine powder (60–100 mesh) can cause flow issues in high-speed presses.
Q: Does sorbitol powder support "sugar-free" and "tooth-friendly" claims? A: Yes. Sorbitol is non-cariogenic and recognized as safe for teeth by the FDI World Dental Federation. It supports "sugar-free" labeling under FDA, EU, and most global regulations.
Q: Is your sorbitol suitable for halal and kosher pharmaceutical products? A: Yes. All grades are Halal and Kosher certified. Non-GMO statement available.
Q: Can I get a sample and documentation for regulatory filing? A: Yes. Free samples (500 g – 1 kg) with full documentation package: COA, Specification Sheet, MSDS/SDS, DMF Letter of Access, Non-GMO Statement, Halal/Kosher Certificate, Nitrosamine Risk Assessment. Buyer covers courier.
Regulatory or formulation question? Contact us with your monograph requirements (USP/BP/EP) and target application — our technical team will provide the right grade and documentation package.
