Foods Containing E952 (Cyclamate)
E952 (Cyclamate) is cyclamate — a sweetener banned in the United States since 1969 but still permitted in the EU and UK. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E952
- diet drinks
- sugar-free chewing gum
- low-calorie desserts
- sports drinks
- table-top sweeteners
In the UK and EU, E952 must be declared either as "E952" or as "Cyclamate" in the ingredients list.
Is E952 safe?
E952 is banned or not permitted in at least one major market — see details below. E952 (Cyclamate) has been banned in the US since 1969 but is permitted in the EU and UK. The 'banned' status here means at least one major food regulator has determined this additive is not acceptable in food.
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Reduce or replace E952
Products relevant to E952 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