D-Xylose, CAS# 58-86-6, is a sugar initially isolated from wood, available as White crystalline powder. D-Xylose is an important nutrient, mainly used as diabetic sweetener. It's also an important materials in manufacturing of Xylitol. D-Xylose is widely accepted as safe food additive in many countries. As a professional supplier and manufacturer of food additives, Specification FAQ In-Depth
| ITEM | STANDARD |
| CAS No. | 58-86-6 |
| Chemical Formula | C5H10O5 |
| Specification | BP 93 |
| Packing | In 25kg paper bags |
| Functional use | Sweetener |
| Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| D-Xylose content | 98.5% min |
| Transmittance | 98.0% min |
| Specific rotation | +18.5 --- +19.5° |
| Loss on drying | 0.5% max |
| Melting point | 145 - 150°C |
| Residue on ignition | 0.05% max |
| Arsenic | 0.0001% max |
| Heavy metals | 0.0005% max |
| Sulfate | 0.001% max |
| Chloride | 0.0005% max |
| Free Acid | 0.025% max |
Food Grade: D-Xylose is widely used as sweetener in food and beverage industries. D-Xylose is available as fine powder(>98.5% purity).
Storage: D-Xylose should be Store in a cool and dry place and Keep away from strong light and heat
Handling Precaution: Handling of D-Xylose should only be performed by personnel trained and familiar with handling of organic chemicals. Avoid skin and eye contact and breathing in dust. Avoid handling which leads to dust formation.
