E961 – Neotame

Sweetener

Description

High-intensity, non-nutritive artificial sweetener (7,000–13,000 times sweeter than sucrose) derived from the aspartyl-phenylalanine dipeptide. Functions as a flavor enhancer and is highly heat-stable, suitable for baking and cooking applications.

Risks

Phenylalanine content requires warning for individuals with Phenylketonuria (PKU)