Mannitol - Feed Ingredient

Mannitol is a type of sugar alcohol (polyol) naturally found in various fruits and vegetables and also produced through the hydrogenation of fructose. It is a white, crystalline powder with a sweet taste and is less readily absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract than glucose or sucrose.

In animal nutrition, including equine applications, mannitol is occasionally used as a low-calorie sweetener, bulking agent, or excipient in feed additives and supplements. Its presence may improve palatability or aid in the uniform distribution of active compounds in powdered formulations.