Lactitol
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-3 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Disaccharide sugar alcohol synthesized from lactose; exhibits pronounced osmotic laxative effects.
Official Category: Sweetener (감미료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Lactose-derived polyol
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United States (FDA)
Approved
Approved food sweetener and laxative
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Mandatory polyol warning
Commonly Found Foods
Dietetic chocolatesdairy dessertsbaked bars
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Xylitol✓ Fructooligosaccharide
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