Potassium acesulfame
Learn what Potassium acesulfame (E950) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Moderate concernWhat is Potassium acesulfame?
Additive E950, potassium acesulfame, is a synthetic sweetener with a high sweetness potency.
Why is Potassium acesulfame added to food?
Potassium acesulfame (E950) is a sweetener commonly found in: Non-alcoholic beer, desserts, sauces, canned foods.
Permitted quantity: In 2003, the Food and Drug Administration established an acceptable daily intake (ADI) of 15 mg/kg body weight.
Is Potassium acesulfame safe?
Moderate concern
Potassium acesulfame has the advantage of being quickly eliminated from the body after ingestion and absorption. Studies have also shown that this additive is excreted without undergoing any modifications. No serious health issues have been reported in scientific literature that are associated with the consumption of acesulfame-K in humans.
Is Potassium acesulfame banned anywhere?
✓ Not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
Common foods that contain Potassium acesulfame
- Non-alcoholic beer
- desserts
- sauces
- canned foods
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How to spot Potassium acesulfame on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E950
- Potassium acesulfame
Common misspellings to watch for:
- potassium dcesulfame
- potasslum acesulfame
- potassium acesultame
- potdssium acesulfame
- potassium acesulfdme
- pota$sium acesulfame
- potassium acesulfame
- potas$ium acesulfame
- dotassium acesulfame
- potassium aeesulfame
- potassium ace$ulfame
- potassium acesuliame
Better alternatives
• Not recommended for people with allergies or sensitivities to artificial sweeteners. • Excessive use may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, such as bloating and diarrhea. • People with severe kidney conditions should avoid consumption, as they may have difficulty eliminating it from the body. • Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women without medical advice.
Also known as
- potassium dcesulfame
- potasslum acesulfame
- potassium acesultame
- potdssium acesulfame
- potassium acesulfdme
- pota$sium acesulfame
- potassium acesulfame
- potas$ium acesulfame
- dotassium acesulfame
- potassium aeesulfame
- potassium ace$ulfame
- potassium acesuliame
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Frequently asked questions about Potassium acesulfame
- Is Potassium acesulfame safe to eat?
- Potassium acesulfame has the advantage of being quickly eliminated from the body after ingestion and absorption. Studies have also shown that this additive is excreted without undergoing any modifications. No serious health issues have been reported in scientific literature that are associated with the consumption of acesulfame-K in humans.
- Is Potassium acesulfame banned anywhere?
- Potassium acesulfame is not currently banned in the EU or known to be restricted in other countries.
- How do I spot Potassium acesulfame on a food label?
- Look for E950, Potassium acesulfame in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: potassium dcesulfame, potasslum acesulfame, potassium acesultame.
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