Maltitol

Maltitol (pronounced mall-ti-tall) is a type of carbohydrate called a sugar alcohol, or polyol, which are water-soluble compounds that occur naturally in many fruits and vegetables. Maltitol is produced from starches that are rich in the sugar maltose (a disaccharide consisting of two glucose molecules). 

Highlights 1.Maltitol is a type of carbohydrate called a sugar alcohol, or polyol.  Maltitol contains half as many calories as sugar and is 90% as sweet.  
2.Maltitol is commercially produced from starch for use in baked goods, chewing gum, sugar-free chocolates, hard candies and ice cream. 
3.Due to maltitol’s high melting point and creamy texture, it’s used in chocolate flavored coatings on frozen items and confections.
4. Of all the sugar alcohols, maltitol’s properties are the most similar to sucrose.
5.Maltitol’s safety has been confirmed by multiple global health authorities.