mannitol
nounEtymology From earlier mannite (from manna + -ite) + -ol. By surface analysis, mann(ose) + -itol.
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Chemistry, Natural sciences, Organic chemistry, Physical sciences A polyhydric alcohol, an isomer of sorbitol, found in nature and also manufactured for use in various applications (for example, as an artificial sweetener and as a medication for various indications).
- Synonyms
- E421 when used as a sweetener and, or anti-caking agent
- Derived terms
- hexaacetylmannitol, hexanitromannitol, mannitol hexanitrate, mitobronitol, nitromannitol, nonmannitol