What is E962? Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt Explained
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E962 is Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt — a sweetener (synthetic; PKU warning) used in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum.
What is E962 (Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt)?
E962 is Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt, a food additive classified as a sweetener that provide sweetness with fewer or no calories. A sweetener (synthetic; pku warning) used in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum. You'll find it in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum, low-calorie desserts and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E962 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 E962 found?
E962 (Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt) 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
Is E962 safe?
E962 is authorised in the EU and UK but carries genuine concerns. For most people consuming Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt 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.
EFSA opinion: Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt — status Some concerns.
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E962 FAQs
What is E962 in food?
E962 is Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt — a sweetener (synthetic; PKU warning) used in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum.
Is E962 safe to eat?
E962 is authorised in the EU and UK but carries genuine concerns. For most people consuming Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt in typical quantities, health effects are unlikely — but the caution flag reflects
Is E962 vegan?
E962 (Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt) is vegan. It is derived from synthetic; PKU warning, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E962 halal?
E962 (Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt) is halal. It is derived from synthetic; PKU warning, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA