Food grade
Sorbitol 70% I.P.
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is a versatile polyol primarily used in the pharmaceutical and food industries. This liquid formulation serves as a sweetener, humectant, and stabilizer, enhancing product quality and longevity. Its applications extend across various sectors, including personal care and cleaning products, making it a valuable asset for manufacturers seeking effective multifunctional ingredients.
Main applicationFood and beverage sweetening — Used as a sugar substitute to enhance flavor without added calories.
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is significant for manufacturers who need a reliable sweetener and stabilizing agent. Its ability to enhance product texture and longevity while serving multiple functions makes it an essential ingredient in food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products, contributing to improved consumer satisfaction and product performance.
Also known as
- D-Sorbitol
- E420
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in bulk containers
- typically around 300 kg.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- Grade
- Food grade
- Appearance
- Clear, colorless liquid.
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is a liquid formulation with a concentration of 70% sorbitol. This polyol is characterized by its high hydrophilicity, making it an excellent moisturizer and sweetener. It is important for buyers to consider the specific application and concentration required for their processes. When ordering, specifications should include the desired form and packaging, as the product may come in various concentrations or blend formulations based on application needs.
Delivery
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Food and beverage sweetening — Used as a sugar substitute to enhance flavor without added calories.
- Pharmaceutical formulations — Acts as a humectant and stabilizer in products such as syrups and tablets.
- Cosmetics and personal care — Functions as a moisturizer and skin conditioning agent.
- Cleaning products — Serves as a surfactant and thickening agent in various formulations.
- Industrial applications — Utilized as a feedstock in the production of other chemicals and polymers.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Reduces calorie content in food formulations — Offers a healthier alternative to sugar.
- Enhances moisture retention in personal care products — Promotes skin hydration and comfort.
- Improves shelf-life of formulations — Prevents crystallization and maintains product integrity.
- Broad compatibility — Integrates well with a variety of ingredients across sectors.
- Facilitates product development — Enables creative formulation strategies with multifunctional benefits.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What are the other names for Sorbitol 70% I.P.?
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is also referred to as D-Sorbitol and E420. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Sorbitol 70% I.P. is supplied?
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is supplied as Food grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Sorbitol 70% I.P. look like?
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is described as clear, colorless liquid.. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Sorbitol 70% I.P. used for?
Common applications include food and beverage sweetening — Used as a sugar substitute to enhance flavor without added calories., pharmaceutical formulations — Acts as a humectant and stabilizer in products such as syrups and tablets., cosmetics and personal care — Functions as a moisturizer and skin conditioning agent., cleaning products — Serves as a surfactant and thickening agent in various formulations. and industrial applications — Utilized as a feedstock in the production of other chemicals and polymers.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Sorbitol 70% I.P.?
Sorbitol 70% I.P. is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care and Cleaning & Detergents sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Sorbitol 70% I.P. available in?
Available in bulk containers, typically around 300 kg. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
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