Acesulfame-K
Food Additives 2025-03-02
Molecular Formula: C4H4KNO4S Molecular Weight: 201.24 CAS No.: 55589-62-3.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Acesulfame-K |
| Other Names | Acesulfame Potassium, Sunette, Sweet One, Sweet ‘n Safe |
| CAS Number | N/A (commonly recognized by name) |
| Chemical Formula | C4H4KNO4S |
| Molecular Weight | 201.25 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Taste | Very sweet, 150-200 times sweeter than sugar |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol |
| Stability | Highly stable, heat-resistant, and pH-stable |
| Applications | Widely used in food and beverages, including chewing gum, desserts, candies, sauces, yogurt, and baked products |
| Synergistic Effects | Often used in combination with aspartame or other sweeteners to enhance and sustain sweetness |
| Caloric Content | Non-caloric; not metabolized by the body and excreted unchanged in urine |
| Safety | Approved for use by the FDA in 1988; has been evaluated multiple times for safety; no warnings required on products containing it |
| Health Considerations | Generally recognized as safe; however, some studies suggest a potential link to cancer risk, but evidence is not conclusive |
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