Isomalt

Isomalt (CAS 64519-82-0), also known by its food additive designation E953, is a sugar alcohol derived from sucrose used as a bulk sweetener and sugar replacer in food manufacturing.

Where is Isomalt used?

• Confectionery: industry standard for sugar-free hard candies, lollipops and pulled sugar decorations, with low hygroscopicity and high heat stability
• Chewing gum, chocolate coatings and compressed tablet confections: bulk filler replacing sucrose
• Pharmaceutical tablets: direct compression excipient and coating agent in sugar-free lozenges and chewable tablets
• Personal care: humectant in oral care products such as toothpaste and mouthwash
• It delivers sweetness at roughly half the intensity of sucrose with minimal impact on blood glucose.

Good to know: Standard commercial grades include food-grade meeting FCC specifications; pharmaceutical-grade options comply with Ph. Eur. and USP monographs.

Commercial specifications

• Particle size variants for direct compression or coating applications
• Pharmaceutical-grade compliant with Ph. Eur. and USP monographs