Sorbitol (Pharmaceutical Grade)
CAS Number: 50-70-4
Pharmaceutical grade Sorbitol is a polyhydric sugar alcohol used as a diluent, humectant, and sweetener in oral and topical pharmaceutical formulations. It is available in both crystalline and liquid forms and is valued for its mild sweetness, good solubility, and compatibility with various APIs. Compliant with USP/NF, EP, JP, and ChP pharmacopoeias.
Technical Specifications
| assay (%) | ≥99.0 |
| appearance | White crystalline powder or clear liquid |
| pH (10% solution) | 4.5–7.0 |
| loss on drying (%) | ≤1.0 |
| reducing sugars (%) | ≤0.2 |
Applications
- Tablet and liquid oral formulations
- Chewable tablet diluent and sweetener
- Syrup and suspension vehicle
- Topical formulation humectant
- Sugar-free formulations
Key Features
- Available in crystalline and liquid grades
- Mild sweetness suitable for oral use
- Good humectant properties
- USP/NF, EP, JP, ChP compliant
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