Sorbitol

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Sorbitol comes in powder form and is one of the most popular polyols used in the pharmaceutical, food and confectionery markets in Australia and globally.

Sorbitol is a sweetener manufactured from glucose derived from starch. It is 60 per cent as sweet as sugar and has a noticeable cooling effect in products consumed (food and pharmaceutical).

For a pharmaceutical industry application, sorbitol is an ideal carrier in formulations to improve taste and mouth feel. It also acts as a shelf-life extender and is suitable for use in tablets.

For a food confectionery application, sorbitol is used as a sweetener with a reduced calorie intake compared to sugar.

SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS FOR SORBITOL

Tablets

KEY PROPERTIES FOR SORBITOL

Pharmaceutical grade
Non-GM

PACKAGING SUPPLIED IN

20kg or 25kg cartons, depending on grade

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Trevor Barr

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Prior to taking on his current role in 2017, Trevor was the National Sales Manager for the ethanol and trading business. Trevor joined the company, then CSR owned, in 2006. He has a background in engineering and more than 20 years’ chemicals experience, having worked with Shell Chemicals in a variety of sales and product management roles across Australia and New Zealand. From his Yarraville base, Trevor works closely with his product and account managers, logistics team and customer service team to ensure Wilmar BioEthanol is a supplier of choice.

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David joined Wilmar BioEthanol in February 2002, and is currently based in our North Sydney office. During this time he has developed extensive knowledge and experience from working with customers across a wide range of industries. David is driven by his passion for servicing customers and providing solutions. He has more than 25 years’ experience in sales and marketing. Prior to joining Wilmar BioEthanol, David was Managing Director in his own business within the chemical industry. He holds a Graduate Certificate in Marketing.

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Account Manager

Anil joined Wilmar BioEthanol in 2019 and is based in our Yarraville office in Melbourne. Anil comes with a wealth of experience and knowledge in a diverse range of industries and roles. These include manufacturing of fast-moving consumer goods products, sales, marketing and business development of capital goods, industrial gases, and automation/data warehousing products. Anil has tertiary qualifications in chemistry and food engineering. He enjoys supporting customers with innovative solutions.

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