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Isomalt, also called Palatinitol, is a sugar substitute or sugar alcohol processed from sugar beet. It is a well-tolerated, non-toxic polyol and protein stable excipient. Traditionally, Isomalt (Palatinitol) is used as a sweetener in the food industry and as a tablet excipient in pharmaceuticals.

Attribute	Details
Name	Isomalt (Palatinitol)
CAS Number	64519-82-0
Chemical Formula	C12H24O11 (mixture of 6-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol and 1-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-mannitol)
Molecular Weight	Approximately 344.30 g/mol (may vary due to mixture)
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Taste	Sweet, with a sweetness intensity similar to sucrose but with a slight coolness sensation
Solubility	Soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Stability	Non-hygroscopic, stable under normal conditions, and resistant to crystallization during storage
Applications	Used as a sweetener in food and beverages, as a tablet excipient in pharmaceuticals, and in various other industrial applications
Health Benefits	Non-cariogenic, low glycemic index, suitable for diabetics, and well-tolerated by the body
Production Method	Enzymatic conversion of sucrose to isomaltulose, followed by catalytic hydrogenation
Regulatory Status	Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food, and approved for pharmaceutical use in many countries

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