Properties
| CAS number | 13718-94-0 |
| EC number | 237-282-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H22O11 |
| Molecular Weight | 342.30 g/mol |
| Synonyms | Palatinose; Isomaltulose; 6-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-fructose |
| Source | Produced from sucrose by enzymatic conversion |
| Physical Form | Solid |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
| Standard | Food Grade |
Description
Isomaltulose is a food-grade functional carbohydrate naturally produced from sucrose through enzymatic conversion. It is a fully digestible disaccharide with a low glycemic response and a mild sweetness of approximately 40–50% that of sucrose. Due to its balanced energy release, excellent stability, and clean taste, Isomaltulose is widely used in functional foods, sports nutrition, beverages, dairy products, and nutritional supplements.
Specification:
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Color: White
Taste: Sweet
Assay (Isomaltulose, Dry Basis): ≥98.0%
Other Sugars (Dry Basis): ≤2.0%
Loss on Drying (Free Moisture): ≤1.0%
Ash: ≤0.1%
Lead (Pb): ≤0.5 mg/kg
Arsenic (As): ≤0.5 mg/kg
Application:
1) Used as a low-glycemic carbohydrate source in sports nutrition and energy drinks.
2) Suitable for functional beverages requiring sustained energy release.
3) Applied in nutritional supplements and meal replacement formulations.
4) Used in dairy products, yogurt, and fermented milk beverages.
5) Incorporated into bakery products, cereals, and snack bars.
6) Used in confectionery, chocolate, and sugar-reduced foods.
7) Suitable for infant nutrition and medical nutrition formulations where permitted by local regulations.
8) Used in powdered beverage mixes and specialty food products requiring improved carbohydrate stability.