Material Characterization of the Next Generation Sugar Substitutes

Stevia and monk fruit sugars are two types of high-intensity sweeteners gaining consumer popularity. Manufacturers need to closely monitor particle size in order for end users to have better control over how much sweetener is consumed. As research begins to link obesity and diabetes with excessive sugar consumption, the market for naturally-derived sugar substitutes or intense sweeteners has grown and is projected to continue to grow. A consistent particle size is desired for better control of mixing, dissolution, and packing. This study focuses on the critical particle diameter of dry sugar granules as particle diameter is an indicator of: Flowability, Dissolution and mixing, and Powder uniformity.