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Xylitol does not require insulin for its metabolism, so it is widely used by diabetics as sugar substitute. It is more and more used in other industrial sectors, for example, in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products such as toothpaste, mouthwashes, and fluoride tablets |
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Xylitol is a chemical compound with the formula C5H12O5, or HO(CH2)(CHOH)3(CH2)OH; specifically, one particular stereoisomer with that structural formula. It is a colorless or white crystalline solid that is soluble in water. It can be classified as a polyalcohol and a sugar alcohol, specifically an alditol. |
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Oct 10, 2022 |
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Oct 10, 2022 |
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Chemicals |