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D-Xylose

D-Xylose is a food-grade five-carbon aldose sugar derived from hemicellulose-rich plant materials, used as a precursor for xylitol production and as a specialty sweetener. We supply bulk D-Xylose sourced from leading China manufacturers, available in powder form for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide. Our D-Xylose is widely used in xylitol production, processed meats, savory snack seasoning, absorption testing and specialty biochemicals.

Kosher Halal ISO 9001 BRC
E Number
E967
CAS No.
58-86-6
HS Code
294000

Introduction

D-Xylose is a naturally occurring monosaccharide extracted from corncob, sugarcane bagasse, or hardwood hemicellulose through acid hydrolysis and purification. It plays a critical role as the primary feedstock for commercial xylitol manufacturing.

In the food industry, D-Xylose participates actively in Maillard browning reactions. This makes it useful as a flavor precursor in meat products and baked goods. It is also used in medical diagnostics to assess intestinal absorption capacity.

We supply high-purity D-Xylose in food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade specifications. It caters to xylitol manufacturers, flavor compounders, and specialty food processors worldwide.

Uses

  • Raw material for xylitol production
  • Flavor development and Maillard browning in processed meats
  • Baked goods and savory snack seasoning
  • Medical diagnostic reagent for absorption testing
  • Fermentation substrate for specialty biochemicals
  • Research and pharmaceutical intermediate

Specifications

Grades / Types Available: Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade

Item Specification
Appearance White crystalline powder
Assay (dry basis) ≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying ≤ 0.5%
pH (10% solution) 4.0 – 6.0
Specific Rotation +18.2° to +19.6°
Heavy Metals (as Pb) ≤ 10 mg/kg
Arsenic ≤ 2 mg/kg
Sulphated Ash ≤ 0.1%
Reducing Sugars (as glucose) ≤ 0.3%
Purity/Assay (Food Grade) ≥ 98%
Moisture/Loss on Drying ≤ 0.5%
Ash ≤ 0.1%
Lead ≤ 1 ppm
Total Plate Count ≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold ≤ 100 cfu/g

Product / Packaging

D-Xylose packaging

Other Conditions

MOQ

Our MOQ for bulk food/feed ingredient is generally 500 kg. We also support mixed containers — combine D-Xylose with other food ingredients in one shipment to save on freight.

Samples

We provide free samples (100–500g) for quality testing before you place a bulk order. The buyer covers shipping costs only. Samples are typically dispatched within 2–3 business days.

Lead Time

Standard lead time is 7–15 days after order confirmation and payment. For stock items, delivery can be faster. We will confirm the exact timeline before you place the order.

Documents

You will receive the original COA (Certificate of Analysis), COO (Certificate of Origin), MSDS, TDS, and relevant certifications directly from the manufacturer. We guarantee full document authenticity and traceability.

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