FDA Status
ApprovedThe oldest artificial sweetener, about 300-400 times sweeter than sucrose. Was previously listed as a potential carcinogen based on rat studies but removed from the list in 2000 after further research showed the mechanism was not relevant to humans.
Concerns
- •historical carcinogenicity concern (now delisted)
- •bitter metallic aftertaste at high concentrations
CAERS Adverse Events
No adverse event reports found.
CAERS data is voluntary. Reports indicate correlation, not causation. About CAERS
International Status
European Union
approvedCanada
approvedCommonly Found In
tabletop sweetenersfountain drinkstoothpastemedicines
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