Approximate sweetness of selected sweetener
Watson’s EZ-Press™ Xylitol DC was formulated for direct compression tableting and has excellent flow and good compressibility. Applications include a direct compression diluent for tablets, compressed mints, and smooth-dissolve tablets. Rapidly soluble in the mouth and very smooth mouthfeel. Tablets have good hardness, low friability, and rapid dissolution.
Xyitol is a sugar alcohol (polyol).
EZ-Press™ Sweetener
| Name of sweetener | Xylitol |
|---|---|
| Calories per gram | 2.4 |
| Sweetness Index (equal to Sucrose which is the standard for the sweetness scale) | 1 |
| Glycemic Index | 12 |
| Description | EZ-Press™ Xylitol DC is a free flowing white powder …. |
| Mean Particle Size | |
| Bulk Density | 0.54 g/cc |
| Moisture | 0.2% |
| Tapped Bulk Density | 0.64 |
| Carr’s Index * | 15.6 |
| Hausner Ratio * | 1.19 |
Sweetness Profile
Particle Size Distribution
Benefits of Xylitol as a sweetener:
- Taste: excellent taste, comparable to sucrose
- Aftertaste: None
- Very smooth texture that solubilizes readily in the mouth
- Sweet and cool, refreshing effect which pairs well with mint flavors
- Xylitol is found in nature in some vegetables and fruits, including berries. Xylitol is naturally produced in small amounts by the human body through metabolic processes.
- Significantly fewer calories than sucrose.
- Low Glycemic index of 10, compared to the sucrose standard of 65.
- Maybe be suitable for a diabetic diet
- As with all sugar alcohols, Xylitol is not metabolized in the oral cavity, and therefore will not contribute toward tooth decay.
- Studies have shown significant benefits to oral care, including the reduction of plaque, caries, and bacteria, as well as the prevention of tooth decay.