Isomalt
Also listed as E953.
SweetenersCAS: 64519-82-0
This is what the ingredient is.
Isomalt is a sugar alcohol derived from sucrose. Used in sugar-free candies and as a decorative sugar substitute.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It works as a sweetener (45-65% sweetness of sugar), bulking agent, and glazing agent.
Here is what food agencies say.
The FDA has approved it as a food additive. Europe approves it as additive E953.
Here is what research has found.
Minimal impact on blood sugar. Non-cariogenic. Better tolerated than some sugar alcohols in moderate amounts.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
May cause digestive discomfort at higher doses. Laxative effect possible above 50g/day.
Sources
- FDA
- EFSA E953
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/12/2026