| CAS# | 55589-62-3 |
| Formula | C4H4KNO4S |
| INS Number | 950 |
| E Number | E950 |
| Synonyms | Ace-K; Acesulfame K |
| Groups / Uses | Flavor & Fragrance, Food & Beverage, Food Additives, Sweetener |
| Markets | Food & Beverage, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical |
FAQ’S
What is Acesulfame potassium?
Acesulfame potassium is a non-nutritive sweetener used in diet sodas, baked goods, and sugar-free gums.
Is Acesulfame Potassium safe to consume?
According to various health organizations, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), and the World Health Organization (WHO), acesulfame potassium is considered safe for consumption.
How is Acesulfame Potassium used in food and drinks?
Acesulfame potassium is commonly found in sugar-free or “diet” products such as sodas, chewing gum, baked goods, desserts, and even some medications.
Is Acesulfame Potassium natural or artificial?
Acesulfame potassium is an artificial sweetener. It is synthetically produced through a chemical process involving acetoacetic acid and potassium.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Acesulfame Potassium to users/customers for Flavor & Fragrance, and Food & Beverage.
Acesulfame potassium Specifications
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White, free-flowing crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water and very slightly soluble in ethanol |
| Assay | NLT 99.0%-NMT 101.0% of Acesulfame potassium after drying |
| Fluoride | NMT 3mg/kg |
| Lead | NMT 1mg/kg |
| Loss on Drying | NMT 1.0% |
| Organic Impurities | NMT 20 μg/g of UV-active compounds |
| pH of a 1:100 Solution | Between 5.5 and 7.5 |