Lactitol is a disaccharide sugar alcohol derived from lactose, used as a bulk sweetener with 30–40% of the sweetness of sucrose. It is commonly incorporated into low-calorie foods and also serves as a laxative for medical purposes.
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CAS 585-86-4
Sodium lactobionate
pharmaceutical intermediate
3-heptanol
Flavoring agent or adjuvant
Alpha-tocopherol
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Vitamin nutritional factor
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