Today, China is the world's largest producer and exporter of synthetic sweeteners. More than 100 years ago, chemist Constantin Fahlberg once had a big fight with his cook while eating dinner at home. He thought the bread was too sweet for the day, while the cook was so convinced of his cooking skills that he insisted he had put just the right amount of sugar. Fahlberg was furious to find that the ...

According to Innova Market Insights, the sweetener with the highest CAGR globally between July 2016 and June 2021 is erythritol at 32%, while another popular sweetener, stevia, is growing at a CAGR of 13%. Erythritol has become the hottest sweetener worldwide. Erythritol is the only sugar alcohol product on the market that has been naturally transformed and extracted by biological fermentation, is...

Dietary Fiber is known as the "seventh most important nutrient" after the "six macronutrients" and is an essential nutrient for the human body along with protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and water. According to a 2021 survey by the International Food Information Council (IFIC), dietary fiber has the highest consumer perception of health as an ingredient, with 56% of respondents acti...

A new generation of preservatives made from natural extracts is attracting attention for their potent antimicrobial properties. At the same time, more and more consumers are looking to reduce the use of artificial additives in food products, so natural preservatives may become the future mainstream in this field. In response to the growing pressure to preserve natural foods, manufacturers are acti...

Monk Fruit - the New Star of the Sugar Substitute Market In April 2022, the launch of the Dietary Guidelines for Chinese Residents (2022) was held in Beijing. It was mentioned at the meeting that according to the National Nutrition and Chronic Disease Surveillance Report, the rate of overweight and obesity among Chinese residents is over 50% for adults, and nearly 20% for adolescents aged 6-17. Ex...

Application of Erythritol in the Food Industry Erythritol is a newly developed 4-carbon sugar alcohol that can be produced by fermentation of glucose. It is a white crystalline powder with a refreshing sweetness, not easy to absorb moisture, stable at high temperature, stable in a wide pH range, and when dissolved in the mouth It has a mild cooling sensation and is suitable for a variety of foods....

Erythritol is found naturally in some foods. It's also made when things like wine, beer, and cheese ferment. Besides its natural form, erythritol has also been a man-made sweetener since 1990. You can find it with other sugar substitutes in stores and online. Calories. Sugar has 4 calories per gram, but erythritol has zero. That's because your small intestine absorbs it quickly and gets it out of ...

Erythritol, a filling sweetener, is a four-carbon sugar alcohol with the molecular formula C4H10O4. Erythritol is widely found in nature, such as in fungal mushrooms, melons, and fruits, animal eye crystals, blood plasma, and urine, and can be detected in small amounts in fermented foods wine, beer, and soy sauce. The characteristics of erythritol: are small molecular weight, low hygroscopicity, l...

Erythritol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol found in select fruits and fermented foods. In commercial settings, it is produced through various methods, with fermentation being a common approach. Specific yeast or fungi, such as Moniliella pollinis or Trichosporonoides megachiliensis, convert glucose or cornstarch into erythritol through biochemical reactions. Post-fermentation, the erythrito...

In the world of food manufacturing, various sweeteners play a pivotal role, each possessing unique characteristics and applications. Xylitol powder, sucralose powder, erythritol powder, and stevia powder are four commonly used sweeteners that cater to different aspects of product development and dietary preferences. Xylitol Powder: Derived from fruits and vegetables, xylitol powder offers sweetnes...

In recent years, the demand for natural and low-calorie sweeteners has been steadily increasing as consumers become more health-conscious. Among these alternatives, erythritol has emerged as a popular choice due to its unique properties and potential benefits. This blog post will delve into the market insights of erythritol, highlighting its growing popularity, diverse applications, and the factor...