CompoundList
Sign in
Sweeteners

Maltitol

Also known as D-Maltitol, 4-O-alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol, Amalty MR 100

CAS 585-88-6Formula C12H24O11Molar mass 344.31 g/molEC 209-567-0
96 suppliers listed
Get quotes Compare 96 suppliers
Maltitol chemical structure, C12H24O11, CAS 585-88-6
2D chemical structure

Key facts

What buyers check first

All properties
Appearance
White powder
Melting point
146 to 147
Solubility
Very soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
HS code
294000
Category
Sweeteners
Illustrative photo, a white jumbo bulk bag of powder in a warehouse
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Maltitol?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Maltitol is an alpha-D-glucoside consisting of D-glucitol having an alpha-D-glucosyl residue attached at the 4-position. Used as a sugar substitute. It has a role as a metabolite, a laxative and a sweetening agent. It is an alpha-D-glucoside and a glycosyl alditol. It is functionally related to a D-glucitol and an alpha-D-glucose.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
(2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
CAS number
585-88-6 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
209-567-0
Molecular formula
C12H24O11
UNII
D65DG142WK
MDL number
MFCD00006600
INCI name
MALTITOL
InChIKey
VQHSOMBJVWLPSR-WUJBLJFYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H24O11/c13-1-4(16)7(18)11(5(17)2-14)23-12-10(21)9(20)8(19)6(3-15)22-12/h4-21H,1-3H2/t4-,5+,6+,7+,8+,9-,10+,11+,12+/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
OCC(O)C(O)C(OC1OC(CO)C(O)C(O)C1O)C(O)CO
Isomeric SMILES
C([C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@H](O1)O[C@H]([C@@H](CO)O)[C@@H]([C@H](CO)O)O)O)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • D-Maltitol
  • 4-O-alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol
  • Amalty MR 100
  • Lycasin hbc
  • Maltisweet 3145
  • Sweetpearl p 200
  • Cerestar 16303
  • Malbit ch 16385
  • Maltidex ch 16385
  • D-Glucitol, 4-O-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-
  • INS NO.965(I)
  • INS-965(I)
  • E-965(I)
  • alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1->4)-D-glucitol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-{[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy}hexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-(((2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl)oxy)hexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-((2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl)oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • GlyTouCan:G24381FI
  • Maltisorb
  • Malbit
  • Maltit
  • Malti Mr
  • D-Glucitol, 4-O-a-D-glucopyranosyl-
  • D-4-O-alpha-D-Glucopyranosylglucitol
Show all 34 synonyms
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-(((2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-Trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl)oxy)hexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentaol
  • Amalty
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydropyran-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • delta-Maltitol
  • Maltitol CRS
  • Maltitol (NF)
  • Maltitol (Standard)
  • Maltitol, >=98%
  • Maltitol (D-Maltitol)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
White powderexp.
Odour
Neutralexp.
Taste
Sweetexp.
Melting point
146 to 147exp.
Solubility
Very soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanolexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
344.31 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
344.1319 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-5.76calc.
Topological polar surface area
200.5 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
9calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
11calc.
Rotatable bonds
8calc.
Heavy atoms
23calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
9calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCOCC1

C1CCOCC1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Tetrahydropyran ring system.

12,069 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS classification
Hazard pictograms

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

Full safety data and first aid

Maltitol suppliers

Sponsored listings first, then the documented ranking: membership, verification, replies, completeness, freshness and ratings

All 96 suppliers
30 of 30 offers

Suppliers marked Unclaimed profile have not claimed their profile yet. They are not verified by CompoundList, their offers are price on request and details may have changed, so please confirm them with the supplier. Company representatives can claim a profile with a business email on the company's own website domain. Our team verifies each claim and sends the result by email.

Where suppliers are based

96 suppliers in 29 countries

Send one request to many suppliers

Choose up to 10 suppliers or let us match your request. Compare quotes side by side, free.

Choose suppliersPost a request

Maltitol price

Indicative price range per kg from live supplier offers

No published prices right now

Suppliers quote this chemical on request. Send one free request and compare quotes side by side.

Get latest price

Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Maltitol is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry in the formulation of oral dosage forms. It is a noncariogenic bulk sweetener, approximately as sweet as sucrose, well adapted as a diluent for different oral dosage forms, wet granulation, and sugar-free hard coating.

The applications of maltitol correspond largely to those of sugar. However, its hygroscopicity and capacity for browning or flavor development differ. Maltitol can be used in the production of chocolates, hard and soft caramel, toffees, gummy bears, chewing gum, jams, ice cream, etc.

Use classes: Food additives, Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name MALTITOL(humectant, fragrance, moisturising, skin conditioning)

Roles

  • additive
  • flavouring agent
  • food additive
  • food component
  • laxative
  • metabolite
  • pharmaceutical
  • physiological role
  • sweetening agent

Functional uses

  • Deodorizer
  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Humectant
  • Pharmaceutical excipient
  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Fragrance
  • Humectant
  • Moisturising
  • Skin conditioning

How it is made

For the production of maltitol, high-maltose glucose corn syrups are the starting material from which pure maltose is obtained by chromatographic separation on ion-exchange resins. Depending on the separation technique, maltose of varying purity (85-98%) is obtained.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
  • Food additive

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce, Regulatory flags: Added by a premanufacture notice

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Maltitol is traded under.

HS 2940.00Indicative HS code

Sugar ethers, sugar acetals and sugar esters, and their salts, other than the products of heading 29.37…

World exports in 2024
$1.4B
−5.4% vs 2023, imports $1.42B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Germany23.7%
  2. China20.6%
  3. United States11.5%
Top importers
  1. United States14.0%
  2. Japan7.4%
  3. Germany6.1%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Maltitol is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Maltitol, based on the data on this page

What is Maltitol?

Maltitol is an alpha-D-glucoside consisting of D-glucitol having an alpha-D-glucosyl residue attached at the 4-position. Used as a sugar substitute. It has a role as a metabolite, a laxative and a sweetening agent. It is an alpha-D-glucoside and a glycosyl alditol.

What is the CAS number of Maltitol?

The CAS registry number of Maltitol is 585-88-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Maltitol?

The molecular formula of Maltitol is C12H24O11 and its molar mass is 344.31 g/mol.

What is Maltitol used for?

Maltitol is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry in the formulation of oral dosage forms. It is a noncariogenic bulk sweetener, approximately as sweet as sucrose, well adapted as a diluent for different oral dosage forms, wet granulation, and sugar-free hard coating.

Is Maltitol hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Maltitol is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Maltitol?

Maltitol is usually classified under HS code 294000 (Sugars, chemically pure, other than sucrose, lactose, maltose, glucose and fructose…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Maltitol?

CompoundList lists 96 suppliers of Maltitol in China, United States, India, Malaysia and 25 more. Send one free request to get and compare quotes. Your contact details stay private until you accept a quote.

Where can I buy Maltitol in India?

9 suppliers in India list Maltitol on CompoundList. Filter the suppliers list by country and send a request to compare prices, grades and delivery times.

What is the price of Maltitol?

Suppliers quote Maltitol on request because prices depend on grade, purity, quantity and destination. A free request on CompoundList gets you several quotes to compare.

Guides for buyers

Practical guides that help when you source, ship or handle Maltitol

Get quotes for Maltitol

Post one free request with your grade, quantity and destination. Matching suppliers send quotes you can compare side by side.
Post a request Sell Maltitol
Data last updated 7 Oct 2026. Details may have changed, please confirm them with the supplier. Report an error on this page
Embed this structure on your websiteShow code

Paste this code into your page to show the 2D structure of Maltitol with a 3D view, its CAS number where known and a link back to this page. Free to use with the link kept.

<iframe src="https://www.compoundlist.com/embed/structure/maltitol-585-88-6" title="Maltitol structure on CompoundList" width="360" height="420" style="border:1px solid #E7E2DA;border-radius:12px;max-width:100%" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin"></iframe>
Preview the embed

Explore more in Sweeteners or HS code 294000

96 suppliers
Free quotes, contact stays private
Get quotes