What is Maltitol?
Additives and sweeteners
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In short
Maltitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sugar substitute. It is made from maltose and tastes sweet.
Why is it in the product?
Maltitol sweetens foods and helps retain moisture in the product.
Where is it found?
Maltitol (E 965) is often found in sugar-free sweets, chewing gum and baked goods. Maltitol syrup is also authorised under this E number.
Too much
If you eat too much, maltitol can have a laxative effect. Larger amounts can also cause wind.
Other names
E 965, Maltitol, Maltitsirup, Maltitol syrup, Jarabe de maltitol
Source
European Commission; German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR)
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