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Erythritol–Sucralose Blends for Sugar Reduction: Sweetness, Taste, and Cost
Compare erythritol–sucralose blends at 5× and 10× sweetness: addition levels, unit cost vs. sucrose, taste fit, and a buyer sampling checklist.
For food and beverage companies seeking to reduce added sugar, develop lower-calorie products, and control ingredient costs, Hengliyuan recommends considering high-intensity erythritol–sucralose blended sweetener options.
Based on Hengliyuan’s formulation experience, this combination is well suited to sweeteners with sweetness at 5× that of sucrose or higher. It can lower the cost in use and has relatively little effect on the finished product’s original flavor.
Companies can adjust formulations to reduce added sugar and finished-product calories, address consumer interest in healthier eating, and establish specific product claims after verifying the finished product. Changes in finished-product sugar content and calories must be calculated or confirmed by testing from the complete formulation.
5× sweetness or higher can reduce the actual addition level
An erythritol–sucralose blended sweetener can be formulated to the required target sweetness. Hengliyuan considers this combination particularly suitable for options at 5× sweetness or higher.
Using sucrose sweetness of 1 as the reference, under comparable conditions:
- 5× sweetness: 1 kg of blended sweetener provides approximately the same sweetness as 5 kg of sucrose.
- 10× sweetness: 1 kg of blended sweetener provides approximately the same sweetness as 10 kg of sucrose.
On an equal-sweetness basis, the theoretical weight required is approximately one-fifth or one-tenth of the sucrose weight, respectively. This can give buyers an opportunity to lower sweetener-ingredient cost by reducing the addition level.
Use this conversion only to set a sampling starting point; final addition levels must be based on performance in the actual food. When reducing sucrose weight, also consider the total weight of the original formula and any other functions that must be retained.
How much can blends at 17 yuan/kg and 5× sweetness or 22 yuan/kg and 10× sweetness save compared with sucrose?
When comparing costs, you can first convert the price of blended sweeteners into the cost of providing the same sweetness as white sugar:
Ingredient cost to match the sweetness of 1 kg of sucrose = price per kilogram of blended sweetener ÷ sweetness multiple.
Take the two-level blending plan as a calculation example:
- 5 times sweeter 17 yuan per kilogram: 17÷5＝3.40 yuan.
- 10 times sweeter 22 yuan per kilogram: 22÷10＝2.20 yuan.
In other words, to provide a sweetness equivalent to 1 kilogram of white sugar, the theoretical raw material costs of the two plans are 3.40 yuan and 2.20 yuan respectively.
On September 16, 2026, the benchmark price of white sugar announced by Business Society was 5196.67 yuan/ton, which is approximately 5.20 yuan/kg. Using this public benchmark as a reference to provide a sweetness equivalent to 100 kilograms of sugar, the costs of the three options are as follows. Sugar price source
| Compare items | white sugar | 5 times sweeter blended sweetener | 10 times sweeter blended sweetener |
|---|---|---|---|
| price per kilogram | About 5.20 yuan | 17 yuan | 22 yuan |
| Sweetness multiple compared to white sugar | 1x | 5 times | 10 times |
| Provides theoretical dosage for the same sweetness | 100kg | 20kg | 10kg |
| Corresponding raw material costs | About 520 yuan | 340 yuan | 220 yuan |
| Ingredient cost to match the sweetness of 1 kg of sucrose | About 5.20 yuan | 3.40 yuan | 2.20 yuan |
| Savings on raw material costs compared to white sugar | — | About 180 yuan | About 300 yuan |
| Compared with the cost reduction of sugar | — | About 34.6% | About 57.7% |
Calculated based on the rounded prices in the table, the cost of equal-sweet raw materials for the 5 times sweet solution is about 34.6% lower than that of white sugar, and the cost for the 10 times sweet solution is about 57.7% lower.
Comparing the two blending plans, although 10 times sweetness is 5 yuan per kilogram more expensive, the theoretical dosage required to provide the same sweetness is halved, and the cost is reduced from 340 yuan to 220 yuan, a further reduction of approximately 35.3%.
The price of white sugar adopts the public market price on the above-mentioned date; 17 yuan and 22 yuan are calculation examples provided by Hengliyuan. They are not used as fixed external quotations, nor are they automatically applicable to customized plans after adding other sweeteners. Customers can enter their own factory price of white sugar and the official quotation of compound products into the calculation.
The above comparison is only for the theoretical cost of sweet raw materials. The final calculation should be based on the added amount confirmed by the actual trial, and include other ingredients, processing and delivery costs after replacement; these percentages do not represent the total cost reduction of the entire food.
It has little impact on the original flavor and retains the taste of the product itself.
According to Hengliyuan’s practical application experience, the combination of erythritol and sucralose has little impact on the original flavor of the finished product. This is another advantage that customers should consider besides cost. For products with mature flavors, sugar reduction development often requires adjusting the source of sweetness while retaining the taste that consumers are familiar with. Therefore, when testing samples, the blended sweetener should be added to the customer's own product. After reaching the target sweetness, compare the initial taste, aftertaste and original flavor to see if they are harmonious. The small impact of flavor does not mean that sensory differences are completely absent in all foods. The specific performance still needs to be confirmed based on the product formula and actual addition amount.
Other sweeteners can be added to adjust the taste for different applications
Erythritol and sucralose can be used as the basis for blending, and other sweeteners can be added according to application needs to supplement and adjust the taste, making the solution more suitable for the use requirements of different products.
Customers can describe the original flavor they wish to retain, as well as the entry, aftertaste or overall mouthfeel that needs to be improved in the existing solution. Hengliyuan can discuss the combination of other sweeteners based on the target food, sweetness requirements and cost targets.
The specific sweeteners to be added and the ratio to be used should be determined based on the actual use, and the adjustment effect should be confirmed through product trials.
If you are not sure which combination is more suitable for your product, you can provide Hengliyuan with application scenarios and taste requirements and consult the corresponding blending plan.
Determine sweetness and blending plan based on product use
If the customer allows you to adjust the amount of ingredients, you can start the discussion with a solution that is 5 times sweeter or higher, and then choose based on taste and cost. If the customer needs to maintain the original input weight, weight per serving, or fixed usage method, these conditions should be stated first so that the target sweetness matches the actual usage method. Hengliyuan can discuss customization according to the formula or application requirements provided by the customer, and provide the complete ingredient name, specific proportion of each ingredient, target sweetness and finished product specifications to the blending customer. During the consultation, you can provide the target food product, current sweetener usage, and desired flavor and cost goals. Based on this, Hengliyuan can discuss the relative sweetness and the combination of other sweeteners to help companies take into account taste, product selling points and usage costs in the development of sugar reduction products. Consult Hengliyuan erythritol sucralose blending plan
USD reference conversion for the worked example
Using the European Central Bank reference rates dated October 1, 2026 (EUR 1 = USD 1.1298 and CNY 7.5748), CNY 1 is approximately USD 0.14915. The table converts the existing example figures; it does not create a current Hengliyuan offer. ECB reference rates are information rates, and the transaction rate and charges may differ.
| Existing calculation item | CNY | Approximate USD |
|---|---|---|
| Dated sugar benchmark per kg | 5.20 | 0.78 |
| 5× blend example per kg | 17.00 | 2.54 |
| 10× blend example per kg | 22.00 | 3.28 |
| 5× equal-sweetness cost | 3.40 | 0.51 |
| 10× equal-sweetness cost | 2.20 | 0.33 |
Review note
Reviewed October 2, 2026.
How Hengliyuan makes the corresponding blend
Hengliyuan makes its erythritol-based sweetener blends by fluid-bed granulation. In this common food-powder process, airflow fluidizes the powders as particles agglomerate. Confirm the particle specification, dissolution and application performance against the selected formula and sample.
Common questions
What does 5× sweetness mean?
It describes an approximate sweetness multiple against sucrose under comparable conditions. The theoretical equal-sweetness mass is one-fifth of the sucrose mass, with actual dosage confirmed in the product.
Does a 10× blend always cost less in the finished food?
No. Compare the tested dose, quotation basis, replacement solids, process and packaging costs, not only price per kilogram.
Are the RMB prices on this page current quotations?
No. They are identified calculation examples and a dated public sugar benchmark. Request a comparable current quotation for the selected formula and pack.
How should the USD comparison be used?
Treat the currency conversion as a dated calculation reference. Confirm the exchange rate, currency, delivery basis and charges in the actual quotation.
