Sorbitol
CAS number: 50-70-4
Synonyms: D-Glucitol; D-Sorbitol; D-Sorbite; 1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexanehexol
Chemical class: Alcohols
Industry claims used in: baked goods, cheese, candy, frosting, and meat products
Possible physical or functional effects: Anticaking agents and free-flow agents; Curing and pickling agents; Emulsifiers and emulsifier salts; Firming agents; Flavoring agents and adjuvants; Formulation aids; Humectants; Lubricants and release agents; Nutrient supplements; Nutritive sweeteners; Sequestrants; Stabilizers and thickeners; Surface-finishing agents; Texturizers
Properties: industry claims FEMA GRAS; industry claims FDA GRAS; used in smokeless tobacco
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 17.5 mg/kg; mildly toxic by ingestion; excess consumption may have laxative effect