Wang, Peng, et al. Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data 58.2 (2013): 364-369.
Isomalt, also known as Palatinit, is a sugar alcohol widely used as a sugar substitute in the food industry due to its benefits, including sweetness, low-calorie content, and non-cariogenic properties. As isomalt finds broader applications in the food industry, there is a need for the development of new types of isomalt. Crystallization is a key technique for creating new solid forms of isomalt, and understanding its solubility is essential for the crystallization process. This study aims to determine the solubility of milled ISOMALT ST in a water + ethanol solvent system using both gravimetric and laser methods.
The results show that, in the same solvent composition, the solubility of isomalt increases with temperature. At constant temperature, there is a significant change on the solubility of isomalt at x1 ≈ 0.60 which indicates that ethanol could be chosen as the antisolvent for the recrystallization of isomalt. The solubility curves obtained by the laser method were all below those of the gravimetric method, and the overall mean relative deviation was 56.22 %. The laser method was less accurate (MRD1 < 25 %) than the gravimetric method (MRD1 < 17 %), but the laser method could be used as a relative quick way to obtain the data for high solubility situations.
Miller-Cassman, Terra, Kyle A. Nogales, and Scott T. Phillips. "Amorphous Sugar Materials as Sustainable and Scalable Alternatives for Rigid, Short-Term-Use Products." ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering 11.9 (2023): 3801-3809.
Plastics are widely used for short-term applications, despite often being designed for much longer lifespans than are necessary or desired. This article introduces a novel class of materials made from small-molecule sugars, rather than traditional polymers, offering a scalable and environmentally friendly alternative to rigid thermoplastics in short-term applications. These materials utilize amorphous isomalt as a matrix, combined with natural additives, to fine-tune mechanical properties.
Life Cycle of Amorphous Isomalt Materials
A new generation of materials, composed of an amorphous isomalt sugar matrix and biomass-based additives, can be easily shaped into pellets and injection molded like conventional plastics. These materials can also be reground and recycled multiple times without compromising their mechanical properties. Furthermore, amorphous isomalt products biodegrade in moist soil, where they break down into isomalt and additives that serve as nutrients, making them an eco-friendly solution for short-term-use applications.
What is the molecular weight of Isomalt?
The molecular weight of Isomalt is 344.31.
What is the IUPAC name for Isomalt?
The IUPAC name for Isomalt is (3R,4R,5R)-6-[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-Trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol.
What is the boiling point of Isomalt?
The boiling point of Isomalt is 788.5±60.0 °C.
What physical state is Isomalt in?
Isomalt is in a crystalline physical state.
What is the appearance of Isomalt?
Isomalt appears as a white crystalline powder.
What is the purity percentage of Isomalt?
The purity of Isomalt is 95%+.
What are some typical applications of Isomalt?
Isomalt is used as an emulsion stabilizer and dispersing agent.
What are some synonyms for Isomalt?
Some synonyms for Isomalt are 6-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-glucitol mixed with 1-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-D-mannitol.
What is the InChI Key for Isomalt?
The InChI Key for Isomalt is SERLAGPUMNYUCK-BLEZHGCXSA-N.
What is the melting point of Isomalt?
The melting point of Isomalt is 215-217°C.
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