Erythritol Erythritol, Molecular formula: C4H10O4, a kind of polyol (sugar alcohol), is a good tasting bulk sweetener, which is suitable for a variety of calorie-reduced and sugar-free food. It has been part of the human diet for thousands of years due to its presence in fruits and other foods. Almost zero calorie and safe for diabetics, Erythritol has a high digestive tolerance, does not promote tooth decay. Appearance: White crystalline powder, without the impurity that can be seen by eye. Odor and Tate: No unusual odor such as stink and bitterness and sucrose like clear sweet. Physical and Chemical Index Assay (content): Min 98.0% Melting point: 119¡æ Residue on ignition Max 0.10% Loss on drying: Max 0.20% Heavy metal: Max 5 ppm As: Max 2 ppm Total bacteria: Max 300 cfu/g E.coli: Not detected