D Xylose
What is D Xylose?
D-Xylose is a naturally occurring sugar found in many fruits and vegetables. It is often produced commercially by the hydrolysis of xylan-rich plant materials, such as corn cobs or wood.
Is D Xylose vegan?
D Xylose is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is D Xylose a major allergen?
D-Xylose is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is D Xylose used for?
D-Xylose is used as a sweetener, providing about 40% of the sweetness of sucrose.
Is D Xylose safe?
D-Xylose is not currently listed as an authorised food additive in the UK Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
D-Xylose is used as a sweetener, providing about 40% of the sweetness of sucrose. It is also used in baking for its Maillard reaction properties, contributing to browning and flavour development in products like baked goods and processed meats.
Health notes
D-Xylose is not currently listed as an authorised food additive in the UK Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is metabolised differently from other sugars. EFSA has evaluated xylose and its derivatives for various purposes, but D-Xylose itself is not subject to specific EU or UK regulations as a food additive. Research into its specific health effects is ongoing.
Allergen info
D-Xylose is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not derived from any of these allergens. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain D Xylose
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