What is E964? Polyglycitol Syrup Explained
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E964 is Polyglycitol Syrup — a sweetener (plant) used in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum.
What is E964 (Polyglycitol Syrup)?
E964 is Polyglycitol Syrup, a food additive classified as a sweetener that provide sweetness with fewer or no calories. A sweetener (plant) 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, E964 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 E964 found?
E964 (Polyglycitol Syrup) 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 E964 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E964 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Polyglycitol Syrup to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Polyglycitol Syrup — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E964. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide. Taking supplements? Check drug and supplement interactions.
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E964 FAQs
What is E964 in food?
E964 is Polyglycitol Syrup — a sweetener (plant) used in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum.
Is E964 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E964 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Polyglycitol Syrup to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E964 vegan?
E964 (Polyglycitol Syrup) is vegan. It is derived from plant, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E964 halal?
E964 (Polyglycitol Syrup) is halal. It is derived from plant, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA