Sorbitol Solution 70

Sorbitol Solution 70% Sorbitol solution 70% is a clear, viscous, sweet-tasting liquid that is 70% sorbitol and 30% water.

It is used as a sweetener, humectant, and stabiliser in food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical products. It helps products retain moisture, improves texture, and can act as a preservative at higher concentrations.

Properties and uses

• Sweetener: Provides a sweet taste, often with fewer calories than sugar.
• Humectant: Attracts and retains moisture, which is why it is used to keep skin, hair, and food products from drying out.
• Texturizer/Thickener: Adds body and thickness to formulations like lotions, soaps, and toothpaste.
• Stabilizer: Helps keep products stable and prevents crystallization.
• Preservative: At higher concentrations, it can suppress microbial growth.

Common applications

• Food: Candy, baked goods, and frozen desserts
• Cosmetics: Lotions, shampoos, toothpaste, and aftershave gels
• Pharmaceuticals: As a laxative or in oral solutions

Safety and handling

• Ingestion:

  Generally safe at food-use levels, but excessive intake can cause gastrointestinal discomfort.

• Skin contact:

  Wash with soap and water; seek medical advice if irritation develops.

• Eye contact:

  Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention if irritation persists.

• Inhalation:

  Move to fresh air if a mist is inhaled; seek medical attention if irritation occurs.

• Handling: Wear gloves and goggles in an industrial setting. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight. Sorbitol solution 70%