Foods Containing E951 (Aspartame)
E951 (Aspartame) is aspartame — a calorie-free sweetener 200 times sweeter than sugar; safe at normal intakes according to EFSA, but must be avoided by people with PKU. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E951
- diet drinks
- sugar-free chewing gum
- low-calorie desserts
- sports drinks
- table-top sweeteners
In the UK and EU, E951 must be declared either as "E951" or as "Aspartame" in the ingredients list.
Is E951 safe?
E951 is authorised in the EU and UK but carries genuine concerns. E951 is safe at normal dietary intakes during pregnancy according to EFSA and the NHS, with one exception: women with PKU (phenylketonuria) must avoid it entirely. For most people consuming Aspartame in typical quantities, health effects are unlikely — but the caution flag reflects either active scientific debate, mandatory warning labels, allergen status, or conditions attached to its authorisation.
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Reduce or replace E951
Products relevant to E951 and your dietary choices
Natural Sweeteners
Stevia, monk fruit and erythritol — sweetness without synthetic E-numbers.
Sugar-Free Baking
Baking books and kits for recipes without artificial sweeteners.
Food Intolerance Test
Find out if sweeteners or other additives are affecting you.
Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA