The invention relates to a granulated maltitol of concentration greater
than or equal to 97%, preferably between 98 and 99%, characterized in
that it has a water content less than 1%, preferably less than 0.5%, more
preferably less than or equal to 0.4%, a compressibility greater than or
equal to 300 N, preferably between 300 and 500 N, and a hygroscopicity
less than or equal to 2.5%, preferably between 0.15 and 2.5%.