Polyglycitol Syrup
What is Polyglycitol Syrup?
Polyglycitol syrup is a sugar alcohol produced from hydrogenated glucose syrup. It is a mixture of several sugar alcohols, including sorbitol and maltitol. It is manufactured through the hydrogenation of glucose syrup, a process that converts aldehyde groups to hydroxyl groups.
Is Polyglycitol Syrup vegan?
Polyglycitol Syrup is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Polyglycitol Syrup gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Polyglycitol Syrup a major allergen?
Polyglycitol syrup is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Polyglycitol Syrup used for?
Manufacturers use polyglycitol syrup as a low-calorie sweetener and bulking agent.
Is Polyglycitol Syrup safe?
Polyglycitol syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use polyglycitol syrup as a low-calorie sweetener and bulking agent. It provides sweetness and texture similar to sugar but with fewer calories. It is commonly found in sugar-free candies, chewing gum, and baked goods.
Health notes
Polyglycitol syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. Like other sugar alcohols, excessive consumption may cause digestive upset, such as bloating or diarrhea. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated polyglycitol syrup and established an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Polyglycitol syrup is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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