Erythrtiol is an all-natural product based on the raw material used to produce it, based on the fermentation process and on its occurrence in nature.
Has virtually no calories, only about 0.2 kcal/g (0.0 kcal/g in Japan and EU). This is 5% of the caloric value of sucrose.
Has a zero glycemic index, it does not raise plasma glucose or insulin levels. It is suitable for diabetics.
Has a high digestive tolerance, in particular, it is non-laxative. Adults ingesting up to 1 g erythritol per day and per kg body weight do not show any gastrointestinal effects.
Is resistant to metabolism by oral bacteria and is tooth-friendly (non-cariogenic).
Has a clean sweet taste with no aftertaste and is approximately 60% as sweet as sucrose (measured in water). It improves mouthfeel, provides body, and masks off-tastes.
Exhibits interesting qualitative and quantitative synergies with intense sweeteners (e.g. sucralose, aspartame, acesulfame-K) or stevia.
Shows a cooling effect on dissolution due to its high negative heat of solution.