Bulk Food Grade L-Arabinose Powder Supplier in China
- Approximately 50% - 60% as sweet as sucrose
- Halal & Kosher certified
- 1000 tons annual production capacity
- Plant Derived, produced from corncob-based raw materials
- Free samples and factory-direct wholesale pricing
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| Product Name | Crystalline L-Arabinose Powder |
| Other Names | Crystalline L-Arabinose, (3R,4S,5S)-oxane-2,3,4,5-tetrol; L-Ara; L-Arabinopyranose; L-Arabinopyranoside; L(+)-Arabinose, L (+) – gum aldose, pectose |
| CAS Number | 5328-37-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H10O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 150.13 |
| Specifications | 99% |
| Appearance / Color | White crystalline powder |
| Applications | natural sugar blocker, lipid-lowering, Prebiotics, Diabetic food, Healthy Functional food |
| Bulk Package | 25kg/bag |
| Certifications | GMP, ISO9001:2015, ISO22000:2018, HACCP, KOSHER and HALAL |
| OEM Services | Custom Formulation, Blending, Private Label Packaging, Custom Granulation & Particle Size, Capsules, Tablets, etc. |
What Is L-Arabinose?
L-Arabinose powder is a naturally occurring five-carbon monosaccharide, aldopentose and reducing sugar found in plant hemicellulose and pectin. Common sources include corncobs, gum arabic, wood, cereal fibers and sugar beet pulp, rather than refined beet sugar itself. Other names include crystalline L-Arabinose, L-(+)-Arabinose, L-Ara, pectinose, pectin sugar and gum sugar. Its molecular formula is C₅H₁₀O₅ and molecular weight is 150.13 g/mol. CAS 5328-37-0 is commonly used in food ingredient documentation, while CAS 87-72-9 is an alternative historical identifier used by some chemical databases for L-Arabinose. BSH Ingredients uses CAS 5328-37-0 on its product documents. FDA lists 5328-37-0, while NIST lists 87-72-9.
Food grade L-Arabinose is an odorless white crystalline powder with 99.0%-102.0% dry-basis assay, moisture ≤0.5%, melting point of 154°C-160°C and sweetness approximately 50%-60% of sucrose. It is freely soluble in water but only slightly soluble or insoluble in common organic solvents. L-Arabinose has lower metabolic availability than conventional sugars and is not utilized in the same way as glucose or sucrose. BSH Ingredients is a leading bulk L-Arabinose powder supplier in China, offering 25 kg bags, customized bulk packaging, batch-specific COAs, OEM capsules and tablets, compound sweeteners, custom blends and global export support.
- 100% natural plant-based sweetener
- About 50% - 60% as sweet as sucrose
- Samples available for formulation testing
- Stable under heat and acidic processing conditions
- Suitable for global food and beverage markets
- Stable bulk supply with fast delivery
- Non-GMO, Non-ETO, Non-Irradiated
L-Arabinose vs. D-Arabinose
L-Arabinose and D-Arabinose are not the same ingredient. They are mirror-image stereoisomers with the same molecular formula and molecular weight but different molecular configurations and biological functions. For food, beverage, and sweetener applications, L-Arabinose is generally the better choice because it occurs naturally in plant materials, is commercially available in bulk, and has been widely studied for use in sucrose-containing formulations. D-Arabinose is mainly used in laboratory research and chemical synthesis.
| Property | L-Arabinose | D-Arabinose |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular formula | C₅H₁₀O₅ | C₅H₁₀O₅ |
| Molecular weight | 150.13 g/mol | 150.13 g/mol |
| CAS number | 5328-37-0 or 87-72-9 | 10323-20-3 |
| Structure | L-form stereoisomer | D-form stereoisomer |
| Specific rotation | Positive | Negative |
| Natural occurrence | Common in plant hemicellulose and pectin | Less common in nature |
| Typical sources | Corncobs, beet pulp, gum arabic and wood | Specialty synthesis or separation |
| Main applications | Sweeteners, functional foods and compound sweeteners | Research, microbial studies and chemical synthesis |
| Bulk availability | Widely available | Limited |
| Best choice for food use | Yes | Generally not preferred |
BSH Ingredients supplies 99% food-grade crystalline L-Arabinose powder for bulk food and sweetener applications. Buyers should verify the isomer name and CAS number in the specification, COA, and SDS, as L-Arabinose and D-Arabinose are not interchangeable.
Key Features of Crystalline L-Arabinose
BSH Ingredients supplies high-purity crystalline L-Arabinose powder for food, beverage, bakery, confectionery and functional sweetener formulations.
99% High-Purity Crystalline Powder
Food grade L-Arabinose provides a 99.0%-102.0% dry-basis assay. Its crystalline powder form supports consistent weighing, dry blending and incorporation into water-based formulations.
Mild, Clean Sweetness
L-Arabinose delivers approximately 50%-60% of the sweetness of sucrose. It provides balanced sweetness without the high intensity of stevia, monk fruit extract or sucralose.
Suitable for Sucrose-Containing Formulations
L-Arabinose can be combined with sucrose in functional sugar systems. Manufacturers can adjust the ratio based on target sweetness, processing conditions and nutritional positioning.
Heat and Acid Stability
Crystalline L-Arabinose remains stable under common heating and acidic processing conditions, making it suitable for beverages, bakery products, confectionery and processed foods.
Maillard Reaction Performance
As a reducing sugar, L-Arabinose reacts with amino compounds during heating. This supports controlled color, roasted flavor and aroma development in bakery, savory and reaction-flavor applications.
Plant-Derived Raw Material
Commercial L-Arabinose is commonly produced from the hemicellulose fraction of corncobs and other plant materials. This provides a scalable source of raw materials for bulk food manufacturing.
Food Grade L-Arabinose Powder Specifications
BSH Ingredients supplies food grade crystalline L-Arabinose powder with a 99.0% minimum dry-basis assay. The product specification covers appearance, identity, purity, physical properties, heavy metals and microbiological quality in accordance with QB/T 4321-2012. Actual test results are provided in the batch-specific Certificate of Analysis.
| Test Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to nearly white needle-shaped crystals or crystalline powder |
| Odor | Odorless |
| L-Arabinose assay, dry basis | 99.0%-102.0% |
| Loss on drying | ≤0.5% |
| Sulfate ash | ≤0.1% |
| Specific rotation | +102.0° to +105.0° |
| Melting point | 154.0°C-160.0°C |
| Chloride | ≤0.005% |
| Sulfate | ≤0.005% |
| Lead | ≤0.5 mg/kg |
| Total arsenic | ≤0.5 mg/kg |
| Cadmium | ≤0.1 mg/kg |
| Mercury | ≤0.02 mg/kg |
| Total plate count | ≤3,000 CFU/g |
| Yeasts and molds | ≤25 CFU/g |
| Coliform | Not detected |
| Salmonella | Not detected |
| Shigella | Not detected |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Not detected |
Final specifications, analytical methods and destination-market requirements should be confirmed before ordering. BSH Ingredients provides a product specification, batch-specific COA and supporting quality documents for bulk L-Arabinose powder orders.
Flow Chart of L-Arabinose Manufacturing process
The process begins with cleaning, crushing and hydrolyzing corncobs to release an L-Arabinose-rich mixed sugar solution from the hemicellulose. The liquid is filtered, decolorized and purified to remove insoluble materials, pigments, minerals and other impurities. Selected microorganisms are then used to convert or remove glucose, xylose and other fermentable sugars while retaining L-Arabinose, increasing its relative purity. This stage may be divided into two controlled fermentation steps depending on the production route. Published corncob production methods describe this microbial purification and separation approach.
After fermentation, microbial cells and byproducts are removed through filtration and separation. The L-Arabinose-rich liquid is further refined, concentrated and crystallized, followed by centrifugation, drying, sieving and batch testing. Since 2008, the L-Arabinose supplied by BSH Ingredients has been produced using advanced biological fermentation and purification technology, achieving at least 99.0% dry-basis purity. Compared with more chemically intensive separation methods, biological purification can reduce chemical consumption, support corncob resource utilization and lower the environmental impact of commercial L-Arabinose powder production.
Crystalline L-Arabinose Powder Applications
Food grade L-Arabinose powder is used in reduced-sugar foods, compound sweeteners, beverages, dairy products, bakery, confectionery, chocolate, chewing gum, nutrition bars, meal replacements, dietary supplements, tablets, capsules, sachets and functional sugar products. As a water-soluble aldopentose, mild sweetener and reducing sugar, it is also suitable for Maillard reaction flavors, savory flavor systems, fermentation, microbial culture and selected pharmaceutical intermediates. Pharmaceutical and laboratory applications require separate grade qualification.
Reduced-Sugar Foods and Compound Sweeteners
L-Arabinose powder can be blended with sucrose, allulose, tagatose, erythritol, xylitol, stevia or monk fruit extract. Its 50%-60% relative sweetness supports customized compound sweeteners for reduced-sugar foods and functional formulations.
Beverages and Dairy Products
Its water solubility, mild sweetness, heat stability and acid stability make crystalline L-Arabinose suitable for soft drinks, flavored water, powdered beverages, milk tea, yogurt, flavored milk and functional drinks.
Bakery, Confectionery and Reaction Flavors
As a reducing sugar, L-Arabinose participates in the Maillard reaction when heated with amino acids or proteins. It can support controlled color, roasted flavor and aroma development in bread, cookies, cakes, chocolate, candy and savory reaction flavors.
Dietary Supplements and Functional Products
High-purity L-Arabinose powder can be incorporated into capsules, tablets, sachets, stick packs, nutrition bars and meal replacement powders. It is commonly formulated with sucrose, dietary fibers, plant extracts and other functional ingredients.
Where to Buy Bulk L-Arabinose Powder
BSH Ingredients is a leading bulk crystalline L-Arabinose supplier in China, exporting more than 1,000 tons annually. We supply 99% food grade L-Arabinose powder from qualified Chinese factory production in 25 kg bags or custom bulk packaging. The product is supported by HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, Kosher and Halal certificates, batch-specific COAs and optional third-party testing.
Buyers can request competitive wholesale crystalline L-Arabinose prices, a free sample and global shipping support. BSH Ingredients also offers compound sweeteners, custom blends and OEM capsules and tablets through qualified GMP production partners. Contact us with your required specification, order volume, packaging and destination to receive a bulk quotation.
L-Arabinose is a single five-carbon monosaccharide used as a sweetener and functional sugar. Arabinogalactan is a larger polysaccharide composed mainly of arabinose and galactose and is commonly positioned as a soluble dietary fiber. They are not interchangeable ingredients.
L-(+)-Arabinose, L-Ara, pectinose, pectin sugar and gum sugar are common alternative names for L-Arabinose. Buyers should still verify the CAS number, assay and grade on the specification and COA.
L-Arabinose is an aldopentose with an aldehyde group in its open-chain form. In water, it exists mainly in cyclic forms but can return to the open-chain form, which explains its reducing-sugar properties.
L-Arabinose has been studied as a selective inhibitor of intestinal sucrase, the enzyme that breaks sucrose into glucose and fructose. Human research indicates that co-ingestion with sucrose can delay sucrose digestion, but permitted product claims vary by market and application. Human study
Yes. L-Arabinose provides approximately 50%-60% of the sweetness of sucrose, with a mild and clean taste. It is often used with sucrose or other sweeteners in functional sugar blends.
Not in every formulation. L-Arabinose has lower sweetness and different browning, crystallization and processing properties. It is generally used as part of a compound sweetener rather than as a direct 1:1 sucrose replacement.
They generally describe the same commercial ingredient. "Crystalline" refers to its crystal structure, while "powder" describes the supplied particle form. BSH Ingredients supplies white crystalline L-Arabinose powder.
Yes. L-Arabinose is a reducing monosaccharide that can participate in the Maillard reaction with amino acids or proteins during heating. This property is useful in bakery, savory and reaction-flavor applications.
Both CAS numbers appear in databases and commercial catalogs for L-Arabinose. BSH Ingredients uses CAS 5328-37-0 in its current food ingredient documentation. Buyers should keep the CAS number consistent across the COA, specification, SDS and import documents.
Yes. Food grade L-Arabinose is freely soluble in water, making it suitable for beverages, syrups, liquid foods, powdered drinks and dry mixes intended for reconstitution.
Crystalline L-Arabinose is used in compound sweeteners, beverages, dairy products, bakery, confectionery, chocolate, nutrition bars, tablets, capsules, sachets and reaction flavors.
Food grade material should not automatically be represented as pharmaceutical grade. Pharmaceutical buyers must define the required pharmacopeial standard, impurity limits, test methods and regulatory documentation before ordering.
Standard packaging is 25 kg per bag. Super sacks and customized bulk packaging can be discussed for high-volume wholesale L-Arabinose orders.
BSH Ingredients can provide HACCP, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, Kosher and Halal certificates according to the selected manufacturing source. Confirm all mandatory certificates before placing an order.
Yes. Independent testing can be arranged according to the buyer's required parameters, test methods and destination-market standards.
Yes. BSH Ingredients offers compound sweetener development, custom blending and packaging. OEM L-Arabinose capsules and tablets can be arranged through qualified GMP production partners.
Yes. A free sample can be requested for identity testing, solubility evaluation, sweetness comparison and formulation trials. Buyers should provide company details, application and sample requirements.
The crystalline L-Arabinose price depends on assay, order volume, packaging, certification requirements, testing, delivery terms and destination. Contact BSH Ingredients with your purchasing details for a current wholesale quotation.