Erythritol offers a satisfactory and healthy solution. It has a flavor and functionality similar to those of saccharose, although its calorie content is close to zero. In addition, erythritol has a higher digestive tolerance compared to other polyols. The big winners are consumers of foods that may combine zero-calorie properties with excellent taste, satisfactory mouthfeel and appeal to the healthy lifestyle market.

It is indicated in weight control and in people with restriction in the eating of sugar, in addition to being a non-cariogenic product, having been honored with the recognition of "tooth-friendly product" by Toothfriendly International .

Erythritol provides several ways of improving the quality of low-calorie foods, positively influencing a number of fundamental quality parameters.

• Clear sweet taste similar to that of saccharose
• Without residual taste
• Adds uniformity and bulk
• Camouflages undesired tastes
• Refreshing mouthfeel (high negative heat of solution)
• Synergy with intensive edulcorants
• Increases storage stability
• High processing stability (acidic and thermal)
• Low hygroscopicity
• High crystallization speed