What is E967? Xylitol Explained
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E967 is Xylitol — xylitol — a sugar alcohol found naturally in many fruits and vegetables, widely used in chewing gum and dental products.
What is E967 (Xylitol)?
E967 is Xylitol, a food additive classified as a sweetener that provide sweetness with fewer or no calories. Xylitol — a sugar alcohol found naturally in many fruits and vegetables, widely used in chewing gum and dental products. You'll find it in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum, low-calorie desserts and many other packaged foods. Xylitol is one of the better-known food additives and appears regularly in label-reading guides and dietary discussions. Like every E-number, E967 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 E967 found?
E967 (Xylitol) 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: Xylitol
Is E967 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E967 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Xylitol to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Xylitol — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E967. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide. Taking supplements? Check drug and supplement interactions.
Related to E967 (Xylitol)
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.
E967 FAQs
What is E967 in food?
E967 is Xylitol — xylitol — a sugar alcohol found naturally in many fruits and vegetables, widely used in chewing gum and dental products.
Is E967 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E967 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Xylitol to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E967 vegan?
E967 (Xylitol) is vegan. It is derived from plant (birch/corn), with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E967 halal?
E967 (Xylitol) is halal. It is derived from plant (birch/corn), which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA