Crystalline sorbitol is used in the food industry as a low glycemic index sweetener, stabiliser and humectant. Added to confectionery, baked goods, chewing gum, desserts and dietetic products, it helps to preserve their freshness, gives them the right consistency and prevents them from drying out.
In sugar-free and low-calorie products, sorbitol also acts as a carrier for flavours and colours, while providing a pleasant, slightly sweet taste. Thanks to these properties, it is widely used in recipes where sugar content needs to be reduced without compromising taste and technological properties.