What is E952? Cyclamate Explained
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E952 is Cyclamate — cyclamate — a sweetener banned in the United States since 1969 but still permitted in the EU and UK.
What is E952 (Cyclamate)?
E952 is Cyclamate, a food additive classified as a sweetener that provide sweetness with fewer or no calories. Cyclamate — a sweetener banned in the united states since 1969 but still permitted in the eu and uk. You'll find it in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum, low-calorie desserts and many other packaged foods. Note: despite holding an E-number, E952 is banned or heavily restricted in at least one major market — the safety section below explains exactly where and why.
Where is E952 found?
E952 (Cyclamate) is found in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum, low-calorie desserts, sports drinks, table-top sweeteners.
- diet drinks
- sugar-free chewing gum
- low-calorie desserts
- sports drinks
- table-top sweeteners
Also known as: Cyclamate · Cyclamic Acid
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.
EFSA opinion: Cyclamate — status Banned/restricted.
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E952 FAQs
What is E952 in food?
E952 is Cyclamate — cyclamate — a sweetener banned in the United States since 1969 but still permitted in the EU and UK.
Is E952 safe to eat?
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 mean
Is E952 vegan?
E952 (Cyclamate) is vegan. It is derived from synthetic; banned US, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E952 halal?
E952 (Cyclamate) is halal. It is derived from synthetic; banned US, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA