Tagatose Food Additives Sweetener D-Tagatose 87-81-0
Products Description
Tagatose is a low-calorie sweetener and a natural sugar found in small amounts in some dairy products and fruits. It is a monosaccharide, specifically a ketohexose, and is structurally similar to fructose. Tagatose has about 38% of the sweetness of sucrose (table sugar) but contains only about 1.5 calories per gram, making it a popular choice for those looking to reduce sugar intake or manage weight.
One of the notable features of tagatose is that it has a low glycemic index, which means it has a minimal impact on blood sugar levels, making it suitable for people with diabetes. Additionally, tagatose is not fully absorbed in the digestive system, which can lead to some gastrointestinal discomfort in larger amounts, similar to other sugar alcohols.
Tagatose is often used in various food products, including baked goods, beverages, and dairy items, as a sugar substitute. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is approved for use in many countries.
Benefits
- Low Calorie:
Tagatose has a calorie content of about 1.5 calories per gram, which is much lower than sucrose (about 4 calories per gram). It is suitable for people who need to control their calorie intake, such as those who are losing weight.
- Low Glycemic Index:
Tagatose has a low glycemic index, which means it has less impact on blood sugar levels and is suitable for diabetics and people who need to control their blood sugar.
- Promote intestinal health:
Tagatose can act as a prebiotic, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria in the intestines, helping to improve digestion and overall gut health.
- Oral Health:
Tagatose will not be fermented by oral bacteria, so it will not cause tooth decay and is suitable for people who are concerned about oral health.
- Sweet alternative:
Providing sweetness while reducing sugar intake, helping to reduce the risk of obesity and related metabolic diseases.
Application
- Food Industry:
Low-calorie foods: Widely used in low-calorie, low-sugar foods and beverages, such as weight loss foods, diabetic-friendly foods, etc.
Bakery Products: Can be used in baked goods such as bread, biscuits and cakes to provide sweetness without adding too many calories.
Dairy products: Used in dairy products such as yogurt and cheese to add sweetness without affecting the taste.
- Drinks:
Tagatose can be used in sugar-free or low-sugar beverages to provide sweetness without adding calories, which is suitable for the health drink market.
- Health Products:
Due to its hypoglycemic effect, tagatose is suitable for use in health foods for diabetic patients to help control blood sugar levels.
- Candies and snacks:
Use in sugar-free candies and snacks to provide sweetness without adding calories, meeting consumers’ demand for healthy snacks.
Gmo statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product was not produced from or with GMO plant material.
Ingredient statement
Statement Option #1: Pure Single Ingredient
This 100% single ingredient does not contain or use any additives, preservatives, carriers and/or processing aids in its manufacturing process.
Statement Option #2: Multiple Ingredients
Must include all/any additional sub ingredients contained in and/or used in its manufacturing process.
Gluten free statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is gluten-free and was not manufactured with any ingredients containing gluten.
(Bse)/ (Tse) Statement
We hereby confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is free of BSE/TSE.
Cruelty-free statement
We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product has not been tested on animals.
Kosher statement
We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Kosher standards.
Vegan Statement
We hereby confirm that this product has been certified to Vegan standards.
Food Allergen Information
| ALLERGENS | PRESENCE | ABSENCE | PROCESS COMMENT |
| Milk or milk derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Egg or egg derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Fish or fish derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Shellfish, crustaceans, mollusks & their derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Peanuts or peanut derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Tree nuts or their derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Soy or soy derivatives | No | Yes | No |
| Wheat or wheat derivatives | No | Yes | No |
Trans Fat
This product does not contain any trans fats.
