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Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Lactitol (INCI)

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Lactitol belongs chemically to the sugar alcohols. Lactitol has about 30 - 40 % of the sweetening power of sucrose. Lactitol is used as a sweetener and is listed as a food additive. Lactitol is also used as a carrier for sweetener tablets and in toothpastes.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer