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Send an InquiryPure Maltitol (CAS No. 585-88-6, E-number E965) is a disaccharide sugar alcohol (polyol) produced by the catalytic hydrogenation of maltose derived from high-maltose corn syrup or starch hydrolysates. Structurally known as 4-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol ($C_{12}H_{24}O_{11}$), maltitol closely mimics sucrose in sweetness profile, physical body, and rheological performance while delivering key metabolic advantages for keto, diabetic, and reduced-calorie product lines.
Unlike high-intensity artificial sweeteners (such as sucralose or acesulfame potassium) that require bulky texturizers, pure maltitol exhibits a sweetness potency of 75% to 90% relative to sucrose, with an almost identical sweetness onset curve and cooling effect profile. Importantly, crystalline maltitol does not undergo Maillard browning reactions, making it exceptionally heat-stable for extruded snacks, hard candies, baked goods, and sugar-free chocolate processing (conching).
| Physicochemical Parameter | Crystalline Pure Maltitol | Maltitol Liquid Syrup (70%) | Sucrose (Standard Sugar) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Structure | Disaccharide Sugar Alcohol | Disaccharide + Oligomer Mixture | Disaccharide (Glucose + Fructose) |
| Assay / Purity Level | ≥ 98.0% to 99.5% (HPLC) | 50.0% – 75.0% Maltitol Basis | ≥ 99.8% |
| Glycemic Index (GI) | 35 ± 5 (Low Glycemic) | 52 ± 6 (Moderate) | 65 ± 4 (High) |
| Caloric Value (EU/FDA) | 2.4 kcal/g (US FDA: 2.1 kcal/g) | 2.4 kcal/g (70% DS basis) | 4.0 kcal/g |
| Melting Point Range | 145°C – 148°C | Not Applicable (Liquid) | 186°C (Decomposes) |
| Hygroscopicity Level | Very Low (Non-caking) | Viscous Hydrophilic Liquid | Moderate |
| Dental Cariogenicity | Non-cariogenic (Tooth Friendly) | Non-cariogenic | Cariogenic |
Selecting a global manufacturer requires evaluating high-pressure catalytic hydrogenation capabilities, crystal size consistency, batch-to-batch HPLC purity, and compliance with international food safety frameworks. Below is the technical evaluation of the world's leading pure maltitol producers.
Brand Name: SweetPearl® Maltitol
Roquette is a global pioneer in polyol refining, operating large-scale starch processing infrastructure across Europe and North America. SweetPearl® is celebrated for its precise particle distribution (ranging from extra-fine 50-mesh to direct compression grades). Roquette's proprietary continuous crystallization technology yields ultra-low moisture powders ideal for premium sugar-free chocolate conching.
Brand Name: C☆Maltidex™ Maltitol
Cargill provides an extensive supply chain matrix spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. C☆Maltidex™ offers balanced sweetness and moisture-retention characteristics for bakery, confectionery, and functional nutrition. Cargill’s integrated grain processing supply chain ensures high bulk availability and stringent trace-ability from non-GMO corn raw materials.
Capabilities: US Warehousing, Custom Particle Sizing & Direct Logistics Hub
Headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California, Sunland Nutrition Inc (partnering with global manufacturing mills) operates as a premier North American supply partner for high-purity functional ingredients. Sunland Nutrition bridges the gap between primary Asian/European starch refineries and Western brand manufacturers, offering fully verified COAs, batch-specific HPLC purity validation (≥99.0%), low MOQs, and local stock call-off programs for immediate delivery.
Brand Name: Maltisweet® Maltitol
Ingredion offers versatile polyol lines geared toward pharmaceutical chewable tablets and reduced-calorie food matrices. Their Maltisweet® line includes high-purity crystalline powders as well as specialty liquid maltitol syrups formulated to maintain humectancy in reduced-sugar bakery goods without crystallization flare-ups.
Brand Name: Maltilite®
Tereos is a major European agricultural cooperative with strong raw material integration. Their Maltilite® range is tailored for European confectionery and bakery manufacturers requiring non-GMO, wheat-, or corn-derived disaccharide alcohols certified to stringent EFSA purity parameters.
Specialization: Industrial Scale Hydrogenation & Prebiotic Fiber Co-Production
As one of Asia's largest dedicated functional sweetener and prebiotic fiber plants, Bailong Chuangyuan utilizes automated high-pressure hydrogenation reactors and simulated moving bed (SMB) chromatographic purification to yield crystalline maltitol at competitive global scale.
Specialization: API & Food Grade Polyol Refining
Huakang is a globally recognized polyol manufacturer certified under cGMP, ISO14001, and FSSC22000. Huakang produces both pharma-grade and food-grade maltitol, featuring exceptionally low heavy metal limits and tight reducing sugar specifications.
Specialization: Sugar-Free Ingredient Synthesis
Futaste focuses heavily on polyol research and large-capacity hydrogenation of sugar alcohols. Their crystalline maltitol products are widely exported across 40+ countries for application in chewing gums, hard-boiled candies, and medicinal syrups.
Brand Name: Amalty®
Mitsubishi’s Amalty® is renowned in Asian markets for its high-crystallinity powder options designed for high-end confectionery where uniform melting and smooth mouthfeel are critical quality performance metrics.
Capabilities: Integrated Polyol & Bulk Carbohydrate Systems
ADM utilizes extensive corn wet-milling infrastructure to feed high-purity maltose streams into catalytic reactors. ADM’s maltitol solutions support high-volume beverage and food processing operations across the Americas.
High-performance maltitol production is an intricate chemical engineering process. Understanding the transformation from plant starch to crystalline polyol enables quality assurance teams to evaluate supplier capabilities effectively.
Cereal starch (corn, wheat, or tapioca) is liquified and treated with specific α-amylase and β-amylase enzymes to achieve a high maltose hydrolysate purity exceeding 80% to 92% maltose content, minimizing glucose monomers.
The high-maltose syrup undergoes hydrogenation in continuous pressure reactors using specialized Raney Nickel or Ruthenium catalysts at elevated temperatures (100°C–140°C) and hydrogen pressures (40–100 bar), converting aldehyde groups to hydroxyl groups.
The hydrogenated liquor passes through ion-exchange resins and activated carbon decolorization. Crystalline grades undergo controlled cooling crystallization to yield purity rates of ≥98.5% maltitol (anhydrous disaccharide).
Critical Quality Control Parameters for QA Procurement: When inspecting batch Certificates of Analysis (COA), procurement teams must verify: Reducing Sugars ≤ 0.1% (to prevent browning during baking), Water Content ≤ 1.0% (for shelf-life stability), and Heavy Metals (as Pb) ≤ 5 ppm using ICP-MS testing.
The global pure maltitol market is undergoing rapid evolution driven by changing consumer health demands, sugar-reduction mandates, and industrial processing innovations.
Operating as a trusted, US-based supplier of nutritional and functional raw ingredients since 2012, Sunland Nutrition Inc (Aliso Viejo, California) streamlines bulk ingredient sourcing for manufacturers worldwide.
Every partner mill undergoes rigorous audits covering process controls, environmental standards, and lot-to-lot consistency before entering our approved supplier framework.
Each shipment is accompanied by a batch-specific COA, Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Allergen statement, Non-GMO verification, and NOP Organic / Kosher / Halal certifications where applicable.
Stocked inventory positions in California warehouses allow 1–3 business day dispatch across North America, minimizing stockout risks on high-velocity production lines.
Our technical team provides bench-scale samples and formulation guidance on solubility, particle mesh matching, and sweetness modulation prior to commercial scale-up.
Essential technical and commercial answers for purchasing managers, quality control specialists, and product developers.
Crystalline pure maltitol is typically packaged in 25 kg multi-ply kraft paper bags with a PE inner liner, or 1,000 kg super-sacks. Stored in a cool, dry place (<25°C, relative humidity <60%), pure maltitol has a shelf life of 24 to 36 months due to its low hygroscopicity.
While erythritol has 0 kcal/g and zero glycemic index, it exhibits a strong endothermic cooling effect and low solubility (can crystallize unexpectedly). Maltitol provides 2.1 kcal/g, higher solubility, and a sugar-like mouthfeel without intense cooling, making it far superior for chocolate, caramels, and baked goods.
Yes. Laboratory-scale samples (100g to 1kg) complete with batch-specific COAs, TDS, and safety data sheets (SDS) are provided to qualified food, beverage, and pharmaceutical formulators upon request.
Pure maltitol is recognized as GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by the US FDA and is approved under EU E-number E965. Commercial supplies carry Kosher, Halal, ISO 9001, FSSC 22000, and Non-GMO Project Verification.
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