Comparing E420 - Sorbitol vs E636 - Maltol

Synonyms
E420
Sorbitol
glucitol
E636
Maltol
Products

Found in 5,351 products

Found in 56 products

Search rank & volume
#7037.1K / mo🇺🇸U.S.
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Awareness score

×1.01
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×1.18
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Search volume over time

Interest over time for 3 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.

Interest over time for 2 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.

Popular questions
  1. Is sorbitol safe for dogs?

    Sorbitol isn’t toxic to dogs (unlike xylitol), and small amounts in pet products are generally safe, but larger amounts can cause gas and diarrhea. Avoid giving it in large quantities and monitor for gastrointestinal upset.

  2. Is sorbitol bad for you?

    No—sorbitol (E420) is considered safe at typical food levels, but excess intake can cause bloating and a laxative effect. People with IBS or FODMAP sensitivity may react at lower amounts.

  3. Can dogs have sorbitol?

    Yes, in small amounts, but it can act as a laxative in dogs if they eat too much. Don’t confuse it with xylitol, which is dangerous to dogs.

  4. Is sorbitol bad for dogs?

    It isn’t inherently harmful or toxic, but dogs may develop diarrhea and gas if they consume large amounts. Keep portions small and avoid high-polyol treats.

  5. Is sorbitol toxic to dogs?

    No—unlike xylitol, sorbitol (E420) is not considered highly toxic to dogs and is even used in some pet products; however, large amounts can cause gastrointestinal upset and diarrhea due to its laxative effect. If a dog consumes a lot or shows persistent vomiting/diarrhea, contact a veterinarian to prevent dehydration.

  1. What is ethyl maltol?

    Ethyl maltol is the ethylated analogue of maltol (E636), commonly listed as E637, a potent flavor enhancer with a sweet caramel/cotton-candy aroma used at lower levels than maltol.

  2. What is ferric maltol?

    Ferric maltol is an iron(III) complex of maltol used as an oral iron medicine; it is not a food additive or flavoring like maltol (E636).

  3. How much ethyl maltol?

    In foods it’s typically used at very low, parts-per-million levels—about 1–50 mg per kg of food—depending on the product and local regulatory limits; follow manufacturer or regulatory guidance.

  4. Ejuice ethyl maltol how much?

    E‑liquid use is outside food use, and inhalation safety and dosing for ethyl maltol aren’t established to food‑additive standards, so specific amounts aren’t recommended.

  5. Ejuice how to use ethyl maltol?

    Ethyl maltol hasn’t been evaluated as a vaping ingredient; for safety, avoid using food flavorings in e‑liquids or rely only on products with inhalation-specific data from reputable manufacturers.