Lactitol monohydrate

• CAT Number: I004945
• CAS Number: 81025-04-9
• Molecular Formula: C12H26O12
• Molecular Weight: 362.33
• Purity: ≥95%
• Target: Bacterial
• Solubility: 10 mM in H2O (free soluble)
• Storage: 2-8°C
• IUPAC Name: (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol;hydrate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H24O11.H2O/c13-1-4(16)7(18)11(5(17)2-14)23-12-10(21)9(20)8(19)6(3-15)22-12;/h4-21H,1-3H2;1H2/t4-,5+,6+,7+,8-,9-,10+,11+,12-;/m0./s1
• InChIKey: LXMBXZRLTPSWCR-XBLONOLSSA-N
• SMILES: C([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O1)O[C@H]([C@@H](CO)O)[C@@H]([C@H](CO)O)O)O)O)O)O.O

Lactitol Monohydrate（Cat No.:I004945）is a sugar alcohol used as a low-calorie sweetener and bulking agent in pharmaceutical formulations and food products. It is derived from lactose and serves as a suitable alternative for individuals with lactose intolerance or those seeking reduced sugar content. Lactitol monohydrate aids in gastrointestinal health due to its mild laxative effect, making it useful in treating constipation. Its stable chemical properties and ability to blend seamlessly with other ingredients make it ideal for use in drug delivery systems and functional foods, providing a safe and effective solution for various applications.

Reference

[1]. ARIF A.FARUQUI, et al. Lactitol: A Review of its Use in the Treatment of Constipation. International Journal of Recent Advances in Pharmaceutical Research. January 2012; 2(1): 1-5.