Maltitol
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-3 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Sugar alcohol with properties closest to sucrose; induces significant gastrointestinal distress and elevates blood glucose.
Official Category: Sweetener (감미료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Widely used in sugar-free snacks
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United States (FDA)
Approved
Laxative warning for high amounts
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Mandatory polyol laxative warning
Commonly Found Foods
Sugar-free chocolatelow-carb cookieszero gummies
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Allulose✓ Erythritol
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