What is E962?
E962 is Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame — a combined synthetic sweetener, used as a artificial & intense sweetener to help sweeten foods with fewer or zero calories than sugar.
What is E962 (Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame)?
E962 is the E-number for salt of aspartame-acesulfame, one of the artificial & intense sweeteners group of food additives (E900–E999). Additives in this group sweeten foods with fewer or zero calories than sugar. A combined synthetic sweetener. Like every E-number, E962 has been evaluated and authorised for use in food in the European Union — the 'E' literally stands for Europe, and a number is only granted after a safety assessment. That authorisation doesn't mean every additive suits every diet or that all concerns are settled, which is why we break down the safety, vegan, vegetarian and halal status of E962 in detail below.
Where is E962 found?
E962 is typically used in diet soft drinks, sugar-free gum, desserts, yoghurts and low-calorie foods. You'll find it listed in the ingredients either by its E-number (E962) or by its full name, salt of aspartame-acesulfame. Common foods that may contain E962 include:
- Diet soft drinks
- Sugar-free gum
- Desserts
- Yoghurts and low-calorie foods
Full guide: foods containing E962 and how to spot it on labels →
Is E962 safe?
E962 is approved for use in the EU, UK and US at regulated levels, but some concerns or conditions apply. For most people, normal dietary exposure to E962 is not considered harmful.
EFSA status: Authorised in the EU — acceptable daily intake (ADI) or conditions of use apply
Source: European Food Safety Authority
Is E962 vegan?
E962 is vegan. A combined synthetic sweetener, with no animal involvement in standard production.
Full vegan status guide for E962 →Is E962 halal?
E962 is halal. A combined synthetic sweetener, with no haram source involved.
Full halal status guide for E962 →Frequently Asked Questions
What is E962 in food?
E962 is Salt of Aspartame-Acesulfame — a combined synthetic sweetener, used as a artificial & intense sweetener to help sweeten foods with fewer or zero calories than sugar.
Is E962 safe to eat?
E962 is approved at regulated levels in the EU, UK and US, but some concerns exist — see the safety section above. Most people can consume it in normal amounts without harm.
Is E962 vegan?
E962 is vegan. A combined synthetic sweetener, with no animal involvement in standard production.
Is E962 halal?
E962 is halal. A combined synthetic sweetener, with no haram source involved.
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Additive data sourced from Open Food Facts (ODbL licence) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).