UsageFound In Numerous Food Products As A Sweetener, Humectant
CaloriesOne-third Fewer Calories Than Sucrose
Sweetness LevelAbout 60% As Sweet As Sucrose
Sorbitol, a polyol (sugar alcohol), is a bulk sweetener found in numerous food products. In addition to providing sweetness, it is an excellent humectant and texturizing agent. Sorbitol is about 60 percent as sweet as sucrose with one-third fewer calories.