Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that is a sweet-tasting, water-soluble compound that occurs naturally in some fruits but is often commercially produced from glucose.
Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol that is a sweet-tasting, water-soluble compound that occurs naturally in some fruits but is often commercially produced from glucose. For commercial use, sorbitol is available in liquid, syrup, crystal, or powder form. Sorbitol is commonly used in the food industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and the cosmetics industry for a variety of applications.