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Natural, Artificial & Polyol Sweeteners – Foodchem’s Global Food Ingredient Solutions

Feb 26, 2026

Foodchem, a leading Chinese food ingredients brand and one-stop solution service partner, proudly announces its comprehensive global sweeteners portfolio, now available for worldwide distribution. Catering to the growing demand for low-calorie, functional, and specialty sweeteners, Foodchem provides bulk supply, certified quality, and technical support for the food, beverage, confectionery, dairy, pharmaceutical, and health industries.

Foodchem’s sweeteners portfolio includes natural sweeteners, artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols, and bulk carbohydrates, all optimized for sweetness, performance, and application flexibility.

Natural & Zero-Calorie Sweeteners

  • Allulose (~70% sweetness of sugar): Low-calorie sugar substitute for beverages, bakery, ice cream, and confectionery. Supports browning in baking and provides a sugar-like taste.
  • Stevia (200–300× sweetness): Plant-derived, heat-stable, ideal for sugar-free drinks, tabletop sweeteners, and diet foods. Blends well with Ace-K for a natural taste profile.

Artificial Sweeteners

  • Aspartame (E951, ~200× sweetness): Best for soft drinks, dairy products, and tabletop sweeteners. Heat-sensitive, suitable for cold applications.
  • Sucralose (~600× sweetness): Heat-stable, suitable for baking, beverages, and sugar-free products. Compatible with other sweeteners.
  • Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K, E950, ~200× sweetness): Often blended with aspartame; used in beverages, dairy, and sugar-free confectionery.
  • Sodium Saccharin (E954, 300–500× sweetness): Soft drinks, tabletop sweeteners, and processed foods; cost-effective.
  • Sodium Cyclamate (E952, 30–50× sweetness): Typically combined with other sweeteners for beverages and candies.

Sugar Alcohols / Polyols

  • Xylitol (1× sweetness): Tooth-friendly, used in sugar-free chewing gum, candies, and dental products.
  • Maltitol (0.9× sweetness): Sugar-free chocolates, candies, bakery; low glycemic impact and moisture-retaining.
  • Sorbitol (0.6× sweetness): Humectant and stabilizer for candies, chewing gum, and toothpaste.
  • Isomalt (0.5× sweetness): Anti-crystallization property, ideal for sugar-free candies and decorative sugar work.

Bulk Sugars / Functional Carbohydrates

  • Maltodextrin (~10% sweetness): Soluble bulking agent for beverages, bakery, and sauces.
  • Dextrose Anhydrous & Monohydrate (70–75% sweetness): Energy source for beverages, confectionery, and fermentation.
  • Liquid Glucose (~75% sweetness): Viscous syrup used in candies, bakery, ice cream, and soft drinks; prevents crystallization.
  • High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS 42 & 55, 42–55% fructose): Provides consistent sweetness and viscosity for soft drinks, bakery, and processed foods.
  • Polydextrose (~0.25× sweetness): Low-calorie dietary fiber and prebiotic, ideal for sugar-free beverages, bakery, and functional foods.

Product Comparison Overview

CategoryProductSweetness vs SugarMain ApplicationsKey Features
Natural SweetenersAllulose~70%Beverages, bakery, ice cream, confectioneryLow-calorie, sugar-like taste, browning support
Stevia200–300×Sugar-free drinks, tabletop sweeteners, diet foodsPlant-derived, heat-stable, blends with Ace-K
Artificial SweetenersAspartame (E951)200×Soft drinks, dairy, tabletop sweetenersHeat-sensitive, ideal for cold applications
Sucralose600×Baking, beverages, sugar-free foodsHeat-stable, long shelf life, blends well
Ace-K (E950)200×Beverages, dairy, sugar-free confectioneryHeat-stable, often blended with aspartame
Sodium Saccharin (E954)300–500×Soft drinks, tabletop sweetenersCost-effective, high sweetness
Sodium Cyclamate (E952)30–50×Beverages, candiesNon-caloric, used in combination
Sugar Alcohols / PolyolsXylitolSugar-free chewing gum, candies, dental productsTooth-friendly, cooling effect
Maltitol0.9×Sugar-free chocolates, candies, bakeryLow glycemic, moisture-retaining
Sorbitol0.6×Candies, chewing gum, toothpasteHumectant, stabilizer
Isomalt0.5×Sugar-free candies, decorative sugarAnti-crystallization, low hygroscopicity
Bulk CarbohydratesMaltodextrin10%Beverages, bakery, saucesSoluble, low sweetness
Dextrose Anhydrous & Monohydrate70–75%Beverages, confectionery, fermentationEnergy source, fast dissolving
Liquid Glucose75%Candies, bakery, ice cream, soft drinksViscous syrup, prevents crystallization
HFCS 42 & 5542–55% fructoseSoft drinks, bakery, processed foodsHigh sweetness, consistent viscosity
Polydextrose0.25×Sugar-free beverages, bakery, functional foodsLow-calorie, prebiotic, improves texture

Foodchem provides detailed formulation guidance, helping manufacturers optimize sweetness, stability, and texture. For example, blending sucralose with Ace-K balances sweetness and reduces aftertaste while maintaining heat stability for baked goods. Polydextrose enhances fiber content and mouthfeel in sugar-free bakery products, and HFCS ensures consistent sweetness and viscosity in beverages.

Globally, the demand for low-calorie, sugar-reduced, and functional foods is rising, especially in the USA, Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. Foodchem’s bulk supply network ensures timely delivery and compliance with local regulations, including FDA, EFSA, Halal, and Kosher certifications.

Foodchem’s sweeteners portfolio combines quality, reliability, and application expertise, offering food-grade bulk ingredients for global manufacturers. Competitive pricing, fast delivery, and expert technical support make Foodchem a trusted partner worldwide.

For more information or to request samples, visit www.foodchem.com/sweeteners.