E420 — Sorbitol

Used as: Sweetener, humectant

Why is it used?

Sorbitol is used in food as sweetener, humectant.

EU status

Authorised as a food additive in the EU (Regulation 1333/2008).

How it appears on a label

• “E420”
• “Sorbitol”
• “sorbitol syrup”

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