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Is Polydextrose vegan?

Polydextrose

Vegan

Polydextrose is a synthetic soluble dietary fibre and bulking agent produced by the condensation polymerisation of glucose with sorbitol and citric acid. It is used as a low-calorie bulking agent and prebiotic in food products.

Also known as Litesse, Poly-D-glucose, Random polymer of D-glucose condensation, Soluble dietary fibre polydextrose
INCI name Polydextrose
E number E1200
CosIng ID 78644
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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