Does Sorbitol Come From Corn? Understanding Sources and Production
                                
                                
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                                Sorbitol is one of the most widely used sugar alcohols, with commercial production exceeding 500,000 tons per year worldwide. While it occurs naturally in many fruits, the majority of industrial sorbitol comes from corn starch.