Comparing E420 - Sorbitol vs E964 - Polyglycitol syrup

Synonyms
E420
Sorbitol
glucitol
E964
Polyglycitol syrup
Products

Found in 5,351 products

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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. Usa http://www.ondemandkorea.com/capture-the-moment-how-is-that-possible-e964.html?

    In the United States, polyglycitol syrup (also called hydrogenated starch hydrolysates) is permitted as a bulk sweetener; the U.S. doesn’t use E-numbers, so it appears on labels by name and as a sugar alcohol.

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    It is used in U.S. foods under good manufacturing practice and must be labeled as a sugar alcohol; like other polyols, excess intake may cause a laxative effect in some people.

  3. What is in polyglycitol syrup?

    A mixture of sugar alcohols—primarily maltitol and sorbitol—plus maltotriitol and other hydrogenated oligo- and polysaccharides in water.

  4. What is polyglycitol syrup made of?

    It’s produced by catalytic hydrogenation of plant-derived starch hydrolysates (e.g., corn, wheat, or potato glucose syrups), converting the sugars into polyols.

  5. What is the glycemic index of polyglycitol syrup?

    There isn’t a single GI because it varies by formulation, but it generally has a lower glycemic impact than sugar; manufacturers typically report low-to-moderate GI values depending on maltitol content.