E963 – Tagatose

Description

D-Tagatose is a naturally occurring ketohexose monosaccharide, an isomer of fructose, typically produced industrially via enzymatic isomerization of D-galactose. It functions as a low-calorie bulk sweetener (92% the sweetness of sucrose), texturizer, and humectant. It has a low glycemic index (~3) and exhibits prebiotic properties.

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