Bio Xylitol in crystals Bio World 200 g

Xylitol is a chemical compound with the formula (C5H12O5, or HO(CH2)(CHOH)3(CH2)OH); specifically one particular stereoisomer with this structural formula. It is a colorless or white crystalline solid. It is classified as a polyalcohol (in fact, it has nothing to do with the well-known "spirit" alcohol) and a sugar alcohol, specifically an alditol.

Xylitol is used as a food additive and sugar substitute. Its code number in the European Union is E967.

Replacing sugar with xylitol in food products may have a positive effect on teeth, but there is a lack of evidence that xylitol itself prevents dental caries. In the United States, xylitol is used as a common sugar substitute and is considered safe for humans.