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E962Caution

Aspartame-acesulfame salt

Group: Sweeteners

Harm level3 of 5In moderation

In plain words

Aspartame-acesulfame salt is a sweetener that combines aspartame (E951) and acesulfame K (E950) in a single compound. It is used in chewing gum, diet drinks and tabletop sweeteners.

Where you find it: sugar-free gum, 'zero' drinks, light yoghurts

Our recommendation

Limit it; people with phenylketonuria must avoid it completely.

Possible risks and effects

  • Dangerous for people with phenylketonuria.
  • The concerns about aspartame (IARC 2B) and acesulfame K both apply.
  • Possible gut microbiome effects.

For experts

It is a salt in which the potassium of acesulfame is replaced by aspartame (roughly 64% aspartame and 36% acesulfame); in the body it dissociates into both parent sweeteners. In the EU maximum levels are expressed as acesulfame K and aspartame equivalents, and the limits of both components apply. The label must state that it contains a source of phenylalanine.

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E950Acesulfame KE952CyclamateE420SorbitolE421MannitolE951AspartameE953IsomaltE954SaccharinE955Sucralose

This information is educational and based on EFSA assessments and available studies; it does not replace medical advice. With allergies, intolerances or illness, follow your doctor’s advice.