Isomalt E953
sugar alcohol β Primarily synthetic.
Hydrogenated isomaltulose
CAS: 64519-82-0
Factual Regulatory Reference
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Beyond food, Isomalt is also used in medicine, industrial applications. Its versatility makes it one of the most multi-purpose chemical compounds in everyday life.
In the EU, Isomalt has a "quantum satis" authorization β Latin for "as much as needed." This means there's no specific maximum limit; manufacturers use only what's technologically necessary.
Detailed Regulatory Assessment
European Union (EFSA)
Warning required: excessive consumption may have laxative effects
Official EFSA LinkUnited States (FDA)
Generally recognized as safe for use in foods
Japan (MHLW)
Approved for use in confectionery and beverages
Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
International Standard (JECFA)
mg/kg body weight per day
European Standard (EFSA)
Everyday Perspective
For a 60kg adult, this limit is roughly equivalent to consuming:
Natural Occurrence
This additive is not known to occur naturally in significant quantities.
Manufacturing
Produced by enzymatic conversion of sucrose to isomaltulose, followed by hydrogenation. The result is a mixture of two disaccharide alcohols.
Applications Beyond Food
Coating for tablets and lozenges
Used in candy making and sugar sculpture