What is E960? Steviol Glycosides Explained
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E960 is Steviol Glycosides — stevia — a plant-derived sweetener extracted from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana; up to 300 times sweeter than sugar.
What is E960 (Steviol Glycosides)?
E960 is Steviol Glycosides (Stevia), a food additive classified as a sweetener that provide sweetness with fewer or no calories. Stevia — a plant-derived sweetener extracted from the leaves of stevia rebaudiana; up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. You'll find it in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum, low-calorie desserts and many other packaged foods. Steviol Glycosides is one of the better-known food additives and appears regularly in label-reading guides and dietary discussions. Like every E-number, E960 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E960 found?
E960 (Steviol Glycosides) 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: Stevia
Is E960 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E960 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Steviol Glycosides to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Steviol Glycosides — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E960. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide. Taking supplements? Check drug and supplement interactions.
Related to E960 (Steviol Glycosides)
Products relevant to this additive 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.
E960 FAQs
What is E960 in food?
E960 is Steviol Glycosides (Stevia) — stevia — a plant-derived sweetener extracted from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana; up to 300 times sweeter than sugar.
Is E960 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E960 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Steviol Glycosides to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E960 vegan?
E960 (Steviol Glycosides) is vegan. It is derived from plant (stevia leaf), with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E960 halal?
E960 (Steviol Glycosides) is halal. It is derived from plant (stevia leaf), which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA