Xylitol

Type: Compound
Name: Xylitol (CH₂(C₅H₁₂O₅)
RDA: 50g
Importance- to Body:
Skin, Eyes, Gastrointestinal, Other
Distribution- in Body:
Skin, Gastrointestinal
Excess Effects:
Allergic Reactions, Diarrhea, Flatulence
Deficiency Effects:
None Listed
Food Sources:
Berries, Oats, Sugar Cane, Beets, Birch (natural), Raw Xylitol, Sugar-free Gum, Candy, Mints, Jam, Syrup, Honey, Protein Powders, Protein Bars, Peanut Butter, Packaged Foods, Fruit Juice, Chocolate, Honey, Sauces, Condiments
Environmental/Geographic Sources:
Toothpaste, Mouthwash, Floss, Cosmetics, Face Cleansers, Medicine
Supplemental information:
Approved as a food additive in the United States, Sugar Alcohol (Polyalcohol), Can have a Laxative Effect, Not Safe for Dogs

Works Cited
“Xylitol: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Dosage, and Warning.” WebMD, WebMD, www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-996/xylitol.

Xylitol (Wikipedia)

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Xylitol

Xylitol crystals
Names
Systematic IUPAC name (2R,3r,4S)-Pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentol
Other names (2R,3r,4S)-Pentane-1,2,3,4,5-pentaol (not recommended) 1,2,3,4,5-Pentahydroxypentane Xylite
Identifiers
CAS Number	87-99-0 Y
3D model (JSmol)	Interactive image
ChEMBL	ChEMBL96783 N
ChemSpider	6646 N
ECHA InfoCard	100.001.626
E number	E967 (glazing agents, ...)
PubChem CID	6912
UNII	VCQ006KQ1E Y
InChI InChI=1S/C5H12O5/c6-1-3(8)5(10)4(9)2-7/h3-10H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5+ N Key: HEBKCHPVOIAQTA-SCDXWVJYSA-N N InChI=1/C5H12O5/c6-1-3(8)5(10)4(9)2-7/h3-10H,1-2H2/t3-,4+,5+ Key: HEBKCHPVOIAQTA-SCDXWVJYBA
SMILES O[C@H](CO)[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)CO
Properties
Chemical formula	C5H12O5
Molar mass	152.15 g·mol−1
Density	1.52 g/cm3
Melting point	92 to 96 °C (198 to 205 °F; 365 to 369 K)
Boiling point	345.39 °C (653.70 °F; 618.54 K) Predicted value using Adapted Stein & Brown method
Solubility in water	~100 g/L
Hazards
NFPA 704	1 1 0
Related compounds
Related alkanes	Pentane
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Infobox references

Xylitol /ˈzaɪlɪtɒl/ is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener. The name derives from Ancient Greek: ξύλον, xyl[on], "wood" + suffix -itol, used to denote sugar alcohols. Xylitol is categorized as a polyalcohol or sugar alcohol (specifically an alditol). It has the formula CH₂OH(CHOH)₃CH₂OH. It is a colorless or white solid that is soluble in water. Use of manufactured products containing xylitol may reduce tooth decay.