Sucralose
Synonyms
1,6-Dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-beta-D-fructofuranosyl 4-chloro-4-deoxy-alpha-D-galactopyranoside;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CASRN: 56038-13-2
EINECS: 259-952-2
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C12H19Cl3O8
Molecular Weight: 397.63
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system.
GHS (Rev.10) label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent dispersing, emulsifying, masking abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents - Detergents - Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/Kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/Kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents - Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents - Determination of total arsenic
3, Product standards
(1), Chinese standards
(1a), GB 25531 Food additive -- Sucralose
(1b), Chinese Pharmacopoeia (2015 Edition) Sucralose
4, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as non-nutritive sweetener.
Use as emulsion stabilizer, dispersing agent.
2, Personal care products
Conditioning agent in personal care products.
3, Medicine
Pharmaceutical excipient, use as flavoring agent, sweetener.
(This section is for reference only, should be implemented according to local Pharmacopoeia.)
4, Food
Use as food additive (sweetener).
Manufacturers
Update: 20190929(1)