Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K)

Also known as: Acesulfame K, Ace-K, Sunett, Sweet One

Artificial sweetener · E950

Regulatory Status

United States (FDA)

Approved

FDA-approved since 1988. Often blended with other sweeteners to mask bitter aftertaste.

European Union (EFSA)

Approved

Approved in EU. EFSA ADI: 9 mg/kg body weight/day.

Safety Profile

Approved in both regions. Some advocacy groups question the adequacy of original safety studies. FDA and EFSA maintain current evidence supports safety.

Health Concerns

  • • Some studies suggest potential genotoxicity (contested)
  • • Contains methylene chloride as manufacturing byproduct (trace amounts)
  • • CSPI has called for better testing

Commonly Found In

Diet sodasProtein shakesSugar-free gumFrozen desserts

Sources: FDA Substances Added to Food, EFSA opinions, EU Regulation 1333/2008, IARC monographs

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