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MANNOGEM Powdered Mannitol, USP

Source: SPI Polyols, Inc.
MANNOGEM Powdered Mannitol, USP is a non-hygroscopic sugar replacer commonly used as dusting agent on sugarfree gum, in chewable vitamin tablets, and in sugar free chocolate coatings for ice cream
MANNOGEM Powdered Mannitol, USP is a non-hygroscopic sugar replacer commonly used as dusting agent on sugarfree gum, in chewable vitamin tablets, and in sugar free chocolate coatings for ice cream.

Mannitol is affirmed GRAS under 21CFR: 180.25. It is allowed at up to 98% in pressed mints, 40% in soft candy, 31% in chewing gum, 15% in non standardized jams and jelly, 8% in confections and frostings, 5% in all other candy and cough drops, and at less than 2.5% in all other unstandardized foods.

Mannitol is inert and can withstand high temperatures without browning. It cannot be metabolized by most oral bacteria so it does not promote tooth decay. Mannitol is slowly absorbed and has a significantly reduced rise in blood glucose and insulin response: it can be a useful alternative for people with diabetes (on the advice of their doctor).

SPI Polyols, Inc., 321 Cherry Lane, New Castle, DE 19720-2780. Tel: 302-576-8534; Fax: 302-576-8569.