Stevia (Steviol Glycosides)
Also known as: Stevia rebaudiana, Reb A, Truvia, PureVia
Natural sweetener · E960
US-EU Regulatory Divergence
This additive has different regulatory status in the US and EU — what's permitted in one region may be restricted or banned in the other.
Regulatory Status
United States (FDA)
GRASPurified steviol glycosides have FDA GRAS status. Whole-leaf stevia is NOT approved as food additive (only as dietary supplement).
European Union (EFSA)
ApprovedApproved in EU since 2011. ADI: 4 mg/kg body weight/day (expressed as steviol equivalents).
Safety Profile
Widely regarded as the safest sugar alternative. Derived from a plant. Both US and EU approve purified forms but NOT whole-leaf stevia in foods.
Health Concerns
- • Generally considered safe
- • Some reports of GI discomfort
- • Whole-leaf form not approved for food use in US or EU
Commonly Found In
Sources: FDA Substances Added to Food, EFSA opinions, EU Regulation 1333/2008, IARC monographs
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