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| Place of Origin: | China |
| Brand Name: | Golden Grain |
| Certification: | ISO9001, COA,SDS |
| Model Number: | GLMA-01771 |
| Minimum Order Quantity: | 1300kg |
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| Price: | USD450-USD550/MT FOB QINGDAO, CHINA |
| Packaging Details: | 250kg/drum, 270kg/drum, 275kg/drum with new plastic drum, 1300kg IBC drum, flexible bag |
| Delivery Time: | 7 - 10 working days |
| Payment Terms: | L/C, T/T, D/P, D/A |
| Supply Ability: | 1000MT per month |
| Usage: | Toothpaste, Cosmetics | Chemical Name: | Sorbitol |
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| Freezingpoint: | Below 0°C (depends On Concentration) | Type: | Non-Crystallizing |
| Refractive Index: | 1.455‑1.465 (25℃) | Packing: | 1300kg/drum, IBC Drum |
| Storage Condition: | Store In A Cool, Dry Place | Appearance: | Clear, Colorless To Pale Yellow Solution |
| Hazard Classification: | Non-hazardous | Flash Point: | Non-flammable |
| Solubility: | Miscible With Water | Molecular Weight: | 182.17 G/mol |
| Boiling Point: | Not Applicable (aqueous Solution) | Shelf Life: | 2 Years |
Sorbitol Solution 70% — also written as liquid sorbitol, sorbitol syrup or D-sorbitol solution — is a water-white, syrupy, odourless liquid obtained by the catalytic hydrogenation of glucose syrup. It belongs to the polyol (sugar alcohol) family, carries the food-additive numbers E 420 and INS 420, and is registered under CAS No. 50-70-4 and HS Code 29054400.
As a bulk sweetener, sorbitol is about 60 % as sweet as sucrose and carries roughly one-third fewer calories, with a smooth, cool and pleasant mouthfeel. In industrial use it is valued not for sweetness but for three functional properties:
Humectancy
1. — it holds moisture in the finished product, keeping toothpaste soft, confectionery chewy and baked goods fresh.
Chemical reactivity
2. — its six hydroxyl groups make it the starting point for sorbitan esters (Spans), polysorbates (Tweens) and polyurethane / polyester polyols.
Process stability
3. — it is stable, non-corrosive to glass, non-polymerizing and freely water-soluble, so it blends easily into aqueous formulations.
Sorbitol has been safely used in processed foods for almost half a century. It is affirmed as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the U.S. FDA and approved for use by the European Union, Australia, Canada and Japan. Our solution is produced in crystalline and non-crystallizing grades so you can match the exact D-sorbitol content your formula requires.
Product name: Sorbitol Solution 70% Specification: Crystalline, BP / USP / EP CAS No.: 50-70-4 HS Code: 29054400 INS No.: 420
| No. | Item | Quality standard |
| 1 | Appearance | Colourless, syrupy liquid |
| 2 | Dry substance % | ≥ 70 |
| 3 | Water content % | ≤ 30 |
| 4 | Refractive index (20 °C) | ≥ 1.4575 |
| 5 | Specific rotatory power [α] D20 (20 °C), ° | ≤ +5.3° |
| 6 | Specific gravity (20 °C), g/ml | ≥ 1.290 |
| 7 | D-Sorbitol % | ≥ 68.0 |
| 8 | D-Mannitol % | ≤ 1.5 |
| 9 | Resistivity, µS/cm | ≤ 20 |
| 10 | Reducing sugars % | ≤ 0.03 |
| 11 | Total sugar % | ≤ 0.20 |
| 12 | Nickel, mg/kg | ≤ 1.0 |
| 13 | Iron, mg/kg | ≤ 1.0 |
| 14 | Chloride, mg/kg | ≤ 10 |
| 15 | Sulphate, mg/kg | ≤ 20 |
| 16 | Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg | ≤ 1.0 |
| 17 | Arsenic (as As₂O₃), mg/kg | ≤ 1.0 |
| 18 | Sulphated ash % | ≤ 0.10 |
Source: Specification of Sorbitol Solution 70% (crystalline grade). Grade-specific specification sheets are issued on request.
| Item | Specification | Result |
| Appearance | Colourless, syrupy liquid | Conforms |
| Dry substance | ≥ 67.5 % | 73.1 % |
| Moisture content | ≤ 32.5 % | 26.9 % |
| Refractive index (20 °C) | ≥ 1.4575 | 1.4646 |
| Specific rotatory power [α] D20 (20 °C) | ≤ +5.3° | +4.55° |
| Specific gravity (20 °C) | ≥ 1.290 g/ml | 1.313 g/ml |
| Sorbitol | ≥ 68.0 % | 72.31 % |
| Mannitol | ≤ 2.0 % | 0.35 % |
| Resistivity | ≤ 20 µS/cm | 1.32 µS/cm |
| Reducing sugars | ≤ 0.05 % | 0.04 % |
| Total sugars | ≤ 0.30 % | 0.16 % |
| Nickel | ≤ 1.0 mg/kg | < 1.0 mg/kg |
| Iron | ≤ 1.0 mg/kg | < 1.0 mg/kg |
| Chlorides | ≤ 10 mg/kg | < 10 mg/kg |
| Sulphates | ≤ 20 mg/kg | < 20 mg/kg |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤ 1.0 mg/kg | < 1.0 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (as As₂O₃) | ≤ 1.0 mg/kg | < 1.0 mg/kg |
| Sulphated ash | ≤ 0.10 % | < 0.10 % |
| Conclusion | — | The results conform to USP29-NF24 |
| Property | Value |
| Chemical name / synonym | Sorbitol / D-Glucitol |
| CAS number | 50-70-4 |
| Chemical formula | C₆H₁₄O₆ |
| Molecular weight | 182.17 g/mol |
| Appearance (70 % solution) | Clear, colourless, syrupy liquid |
| Melting point (pure sorbitol) | 111.5 °C (232.7 °F) |
| Specific gravity (pure sorbitol) | 1.489 (water = 1) |
| Specific gravity (70 % solution, 20 °C) | ≥ 1.290 g/ml |
| Solubility | Easily soluble in cold water and hot water; miscible with water |
| Boiling point | Decomposes |
| Stability | Stable; no polymerization; non-corrosive in presence of glass |
| Acute oral toxicity (LD50, rat) | 15 900 mg/kg |
| TSCA status | Listed (TSCA 8(b) inventory) |
| Transport classification | Not a DOT-controlled material (United States); not controlled under WHMIS (Canada) |
| Parameter | Requirement |
| Definition | Sorbitol syrup formed by hydrogenation of glucose syrup; composed of D-sorbitol, D-mannitol and hydrogenated saccharides |
| EINECS | 270-337-8 |
| Assay | Not less than 69 % total solids and not less than 50 % of D-sorbitol on the anhydrous basis |
| Description | Clear and colourless aqueous solution |
| Solubility | Miscible with water, with glycerol and with propane-1,2-diol |
| Water content | Not more than 31 % (Karl Fischer method) |
| Conductivity | Not more than 10 µS/cm at 20 °C |
| Reducing sugars | Not more than 0.3 % (as glucose on dry weight basis) |
| Nickel | Not more than 2 mg/kg (on dry weight basis) |
| Arsenic | Not more than 3 mg/kg (on dry weight basis) |
| Lead | Not more than 1 mg/kg (on dry weight basis) |
We supply the same base liquid in several specification profiles so you never over-specify (and never over-pay).
| Grade / type | Typical D-sorbitol basis | Where it is used | Documentation issued |
| Crystalline grade (E 420 (i) type, 70 %) | ≥ 68.0 % D-sorbitol | Formulations that need maximum sweetening power and a higher solids load | Grade-specific spec sheet + COA |
| Non-crystallizing grade (E 420 (ii) type) | ≥ 50 % D-sorbitol on the anhydrous basis, ≥ 69 % total solids | Humectant systems where crystallisation must be avoided (toothpaste, syrups, liquid blends) | Grade-specific spec sheet + COA |
| Food grade | Crystalline or non-crystallizing | Confectionery, bakery, beverages, dairy, sauces | COA + MSDS + TDS |
| Toothpaste / daily-chemical grade | Non-crystallizing, low reducing sugars | Toothpaste, mouthwash and other oral-care and personal-care formulations | COA + MSDS + TDS |
| Industrial grade | Non-crystallizing | Chemical intermediates — sorbitan esters, polysorbates, PU / polyester polyols, humectant blends | COA + MSDS |
Every shipment ships with: Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and Technical Data Sheet (TDS / specification sheet). Additional documentation can be prepared against your market's requirements.
Sorbitol Solution 70% is a sugar alcohol sweetener and moisture-retention agent used across the food industry:
Confectionery & chewing gum
Bakery & biscuits
Beverages & liquid concentrates
Ice cream & frozen desserts
Sauces, dressings and fillings
Nutrition & dietetic products
, roughly 60 % as sweet as sucrose with about one-third fewer calories.
Toothpaste-grade liquid sorbitol is the standard humectant in toothpaste, mouthwash and dental gels. It keeps the paste soft, glossy and extrudable from the first use to the last, prevents the cap and nozzle from drying out and hardening, and — unlike glycerine — leaves no sticky residue. Because it is non-cariogenic, it fits sugar-free oral care positioning. Our toothpaste grade is supplied on a non-crystallizing basis so the paste never grains or hardens in the tube.
In creams, lotions, toners, shampoos, conditioners, shaving creams and skincare serums, sorbitol acts as a humectant / moisturiser that draws and holds water in the formulation, improves spreadability, and reduces the tackiness of glycerine-heavy systems. It is also used as a viscosity and freeze-thaw modifier.
Sorbitan esters (Spans) and polysorbates (Tweens)
non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers
used in food, cosmetics, agrochemicals, lubricants and oilfield chemistry.
Polyurethane and polyester polyols
Alkyd resins and surface coatings
General industrial humectant
| Industry | Function of Sorbitol Solution 70% |
| Food & Beverage | Bulk sweetener, humectant, texture and freeze-thaw control |
| Confectionery & Chewing Gum | Plasticiser, moisture retention, sugar-free sweetening |
| Bakery | Humectant, anti-staling, freshness extension |
| Oral Care / Toothpaste | Humectant, anti-hardening, gloss and extrusion control |
| Cosmetics & Personal Care | Humectant, moisturiser, spreadability modifier |
| Chemical / Surfactants | Raw material for sorbitan esters and polysorbates |
| Polymer & Resin | Polyol for PU and polyester polyols, alkyd resins |
| General Industry | Moisture retention and plasticising in pastes, adhesives, blends |
| Feature | Benefit to your business |
| Clear, colourless 70 % solution | No colour or odour transfer — your finished product stays visually consistent |
| High D-sorbitol content (≥ 68 % crystalline grade) | Fewer kilos of syrup per batch for the same sweetening and humectant effect |
| Low mannitol (≤ 1.5 % spec / 0.35 % typical) | Reduced risk of crystallisation and cloudiness in liquid systems |
| Low reducing sugars (≤ 0.03 % spec) | Better colour and flavour stability through heat processing and long shelf life |
| Very low conductivity (1.32 µS/cm typical vs ≤ 20 µS/cm spec) | Ideal for sensitive oral-care and cosmetic formulations |
| Low heavy metals, arsenic, nickel and iron | Easier compliance with your inbound QC for regulated markets |
| Crystalline and non-crystallizing grades | Match the exact grade your formula needs without re-engineering |
| Batch-to-batch consistency | Predictable dosing, fewer production rejections |
| Full documentation (COA / MSDS / TDS) | Faster customer approval, easier customs and audit preparation |
| Factory-direct supply in bulk pack sizes | Better landed cost than trading through multiple intermediaries |
| Packaging | Detail | Best for |
| New plastic drum | 250 kg / 270 kg / 275 kg per drum | Standard export; easy handling and repacking |
| Steel drum | 250 kg / 270 kg / 275 kg per drum | Long-haul sea freight; extra mechanical protection |
| IBC drum | Intermediate bulk container | Large-volume users wanting fewer handling points |
| Flexible bag / flexitank | Bulk liquid containment for ocean freight | Full-container bulk shipments and lowest packaging cost per tonne |
| ISO tank / bulk vessel | Available on request against your volume | Very large contract volumes |
All pack sizes are supplied as documented in the specification sheet (250 / 270 / 275 kg drums with new plastic drum or steel drum; IBC drum and flexible bag also available). Tell us your annual volume and destination port and we will confirm the most economical packing combination.
Storage:
Shelf life:
2 years
Stability:
Handling:
Transport:
Documents issued with each shipment:
Standards our grades are written against:
E 420 (i) / E 420 (ii)
monographs — declarations are matched to the requirements of your destination market.
Regulatory standing:
GRAS
by the U.S. FDA and approved for use in the European Union, Australia, Canada and Japan.
Traceability:
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.
Q1. What is Sorbitol Solution 70%? It is a clear, colourless liquid containing about 70 % dissolved solids, of which the main component is D-sorbitol (D-glucitol). It is a polyol / sugar alcohol used as a humectant, bulk sweetener and chemical intermediate.
Q2. What is the CAS number and HS code? CAS No. 50-70-4; HS Code 29054400; food-additive numbers E 420 and INS 420.
Q3. What is the difference between crystalline and non-crystallizing sorbitol solution? Crystalline grade carries a higher D-sorbitol content (≥ 68 % in our 70 % specification) and is suitable where maximum sweetening power and solids load are wanted. Non-crystallizing grade corresponds to E 420 (ii): it contains hydrogenated saccharides alongside D-sorbitol, can have a lower D-sorbitol content, and resists crystallisation — which is why toothpaste and liquid humectant systems normally specify it.
Q4. Which grades can you supply? Food grade, toothpaste / daily-chemical grade and industrial grade, in both crystalline and non-crystallizing types. Graded COA and specification sheets are available on request.
Q5. Is liquid sorbitol suitable for sugar-free products? Yes. Sorbitol is a non-cariogenic sugar alcohol, so it is widely used in sugar-free confectionery, chewing gum and oral care.
Q6. What packaging do you ship in? New plastic drums or steel drums at 250 kg, 270 kg or 275 kg, plus IBC drums and flexible bags (flexitank) for bulk ocean freight.
Q7. What is the shelf life and how should it be stored? Two years in unopened original packaging, stored cool, dry and well ventilated, away from heat and oxidising agents.
Q8. Do you provide a COA and MSDS? Yes — a batch-specific COA, MSDS and TDS are issued with every shipment, and samples of the documentation pack can be shared before you order.
Q9. Can I get a sample before ordering in bulk? Yes. Request a sample through the contact form and we will confirm sample size, documentation and courier details with you.
Q10. Can I use Sorbitol Solution 70% to make sorbitan esters or polyols? Yes. Sorbitol is a standard polyol feedstock for sorbitan esters (Spans), polysorbates (Tweens) and for polyurethane / polyester polyols, thanks to its six hydroxyl groups.
Q11. What is the typical specific gravity of the solution? The specification requires ≥ 1.290 g/ml at 20 °C; the reference batch measured 1.313 g/ml. This is why liquid sorbitol is sold by weight rather than by volume.
Q12. How much can you supply and how fast? Both supply capability and lead time depend on grade, packing and destination port. Send your required volume, packing preference and destination and we will come back with a firm offer.
