This section focuses on an overview of erythritol powder as well as its manufacturing processes and uses. Also, please check out the introduction to erythritol manufacturers, supply chain issues, erythritol suppliers, and erythritol prices. Sinofi can help you buy high-quality erythritol in bulk for your industry applications at wholesale prices based on E968 and CAS 149-32-6.
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What is Erythritol?
Erythritol is a sugar alcohol (polyol) used as a low-calorie sweetener. It occurs naturally in small amounts in certain fruits, mushrooms, and fermented foods, but is commercially produced through the fermentation of glucose, typically derived from corn starch. Erythritol provides about 70% of the sweetness of table sugar while containing only 0.2 calories per gram, compared to sugar’s 4 calories per gram. Unlike many other sugar alcohols, it is almost completely absorbed in the small intestine and excreted unchanged in urine, which means it has minimal impact on blood sugar and insulin levels. This property makes it popular among people managing diabetes or following low-carbohydrate diets. Erythritol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. In the EU, it is approved as a food additive with no specified acceptable daily intake (ADI) limit. Erythritol has also been evaluated by relevant regulatory authorities like JECFA, EUR-Lex, ECHACHEM, NIST, and WHO. It received approval for use in food in more than 60 countries, including the US, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, China, and India.
CAS No.: 149-32-6
According to the American Chemical Society, the CAS number of erythritol is 149-32-6.
Molecular Formula: C4H10O4
Molecular Mass: 122.12
E number: E968
According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), erythritol is approved as a sweetener (E968) in foods and beverages. Erythritol is being re-evaluated.
Bulk Erythritol Manufacturers
Top erythritol manufacturers are in the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom, and China. They supply erythritol E968 to various downstream industries worldwide.
Sinofi is a bulk erythritol manufacturer and supplier in China, and we have a manufacturing facility with 2,500 square meters for erythritol production. We supply high-quality erythritol at bulk prices for our clients around the world.
Manufacturing Process of Erythritol Powder
Erythritol is butane-1,2,3,4-tetrol (a butane molecule with a hydroxyl group on each carbon atom). It is typically produced through fermentation of glucose or sucrose, often derived from corn or wheat starch.
The production method of erythritol includes the following steps:
- Enzymatic hydrolysis of starch to glucose.
- Fermentation of glucose using osmophilic yeasts (e.g., Moniliella pollinis or Trichosporonoides megachiliensis).
- Filtration and purification of the fermentation broth.
- Crystallization of erythritol.
- Drying and packaging.
Bulk Erythritol Suppliers
Erythritol suppliers play an important role in the global erythritol supply chain. Leading suppliers can offer erythritol E968 through their excellent distribution networks. Sinofi is a bulk erythritol supplier in China, and we have a warehouse with 1,200 square meters for food-grade erythritol sweeteners. We supply high-quality erythritol at wholesale prices to food and pharmaceutical companies.
Supply Chain of Erythritol
The erythritol supply chain typically includes raw material suppliers, large erythritol manufacturers, erythritol distributors and retailers, food and beverage manufacturers, and end consumers. These large manufacturers operate large-scale fermentation facilities to produce erythritol from raw materials. They also invest in R&D to improve production efficiency, develop new applications, and enhance product quality. Erythritol distributors often have global distribution networks to supply erythritol to food and beverage manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. The availability and pricing of these raw materials, like corn or wheat starch, can significantly impact the overall erythritol supply chain.
Wholesale and Buy Erythritol in Bulk
As a bulk erythritol manufacturer in China, we not only supply our erythritol to large food manufacturers but also to distributors worldwide. We also wholesale our erythritol to small customers and sugar-substitute lovers. Normally, they want to buy erythritol E968 in small quantities. To serve them, we can wholesale food-grade erythritol at bulk prices and provide a one-stop purchasing service in terms of their requirements.
Erythritol Price (USD/Kg)
Food Grade Erythritol Price (>=99.5% purity)
| Volume | Unit Price | Shipment |
| 50g | 3 USD | Express |
| 500g | 5 USD | Express |
| 1Kg | 8 USD /Kg | Express |
| 20Kg | 20% cheaper | Express |
| 100Kg-Above | negotiable | Express / Sea |
Erythritol price is influenced by factors such as production capacity, raw material costs, and surging demand in the sugar-free products sector. Furthermore, the above erythritol price quotations, especially for small orders, do not include the shipping fee. The reason is that the express shipment cost of erythritol may exceed the value of the sample. However, the bulk wholesale erythritol prices will be much lower than those of small orders. Please contact us for more details.
Erythritol Uses
Most consumers prefer non-artificial sweeteners over artificial sweeteners to replace sugar, which will drive demand for erythritol because of their natural profile. Erythritol will gain traction as a combination sweetener with stevia. Erythritol has various applications, primarily in the following industries:
- Low-calorie sweetener in beverages, baked goods, and confectionery.
- Bulking agent in sugar-free products.
- Flavor enhancer.
- Dental care products (toothpaste, mouthwash) due to its non-carcinogenic properties.
- Pharmaceutical industry as an excipient.
Erythritol Benefits
- Zero-calorie sweetener (0.2 calories per gram).
- Does not affect blood sugar levels, making it suitable for diabetics.
- Good digestive tolerance compared to other sugar alcohols.
- Provides a cooling effect, enhancing certain flavor profiles.
Erythritol Used in Functional Food
A Taurine Effervescent Tablet – Formulation by Weight
Sorbitol, 20 parts; Taurine, 20 parts; Sodium bicarbonate, 5 parts; Vitamin C, 5 parts; Magnesium stearate, 2 parts; Orange powder, 2 parts; Sweet orange powder flavor, 2 parts; Niacinamide, 2 parts; Vitamin B2, 2 parts; Vitamin B12, 2 parts; Vitamin B1, 2 parts; Vitamin B6, 2 parts; Neotame, 2 parts; Erythritol, 5 parts; Anhydrous citric acid, 5 parts; Ethanol, 100 parts; Guarana extract, 5 parts.
In conclusion, erythritol is a versatile and widely used natural sweetener. As a bulk Chinese erythritol manufacturer and supplier, Sinofi sells food-grade erythritol at wholesale prices to large food manufacturers and small customers worldwide.