What is E969? Advantame Explained
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E969 is Advantame — a sweetener (synthetic) used in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum.
What is E969 (Advantame)?
E969 is Advantame, a food additive classified as a sweetener that provide sweetness with fewer or no calories. A sweetener (synthetic) 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, E969 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 E969 found?
E969 (Advantame) 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 E969 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E969 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Advantame to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Advantame — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E969. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide. Taking supplements? Check drug and supplement interactions.
Related to E969 (Advantame)
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.
E969 FAQs
What is E969 in food?
E969 is Advantame — a sweetener (synthetic) used in diet drinks, sugar-free chewing gum.
Is E969 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E969 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Advantame to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E969 vegan?
E969 (Advantame) is vegan. It is derived from synthetic, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E969 halal?
E969 (Advantame) is halal. It is derived from synthetic, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA