Comparing E961 - Neotame vs E951 - Aspartame
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Found in 225 products
Found in 3,750 products
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Interest over time for 2 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.
Interest over time for 12 keywords in U.S. during the last 10 years.
Popular questions
How can i buy neotame?
It’s primarily sold business‑to‑business by food‑ingredient suppliers; consumers may find food‑grade neotame from specialty additive distributors online, but retail availability is limited and may require a business account.
How is neotame chemically different from sucrose?
Neotame is a synthetic dipeptide methyl ester (a modified aspartame with a 3,3‑dimethylbutyl group), whereas sucrose is a carbohydrate disaccharide of glucose and fructose.
How is neotame made?
It is produced by chemically modifying aspartame via reductive alkylation with 3,3‑dimethylbutyraldehyde to form N‑(3,3‑dimethylbutyl)‑L‑aspartyl‑L‑phenylalanine methyl ester, then purified and crystallized.
How is neotame used in food?
As a high‑intensity sweetener, it’s added at parts‑per‑million levels to beverages, confections, dairy, and baked goods—often blended with other sweeteners for taste and stability—providing sweetness with minimal calories.
How much is neotame compared statisctic?
It is about 7,000–13,000 times sweeter than sucrose; in the EU the ADI is 2 mg/kg body weight/day, and typical use levels are around 1–10 ppm (mg/kg) depending on the product.
Is aspartame bad for you?
For most people, no—regulators like EFSA, FDA, and WHO/JECFA consider aspartame safe at typical intakes within the acceptable daily intake (about 40–50 mg/kg body weight/day). People with phenylketonuria (PKU) must avoid it because it provides phenylalanine.
Does aspartame cause cancer?
Current evidence does not show a cancer risk at typical dietary exposures; EFSA, FDA, and WHO/JECFA have maintained its ADI and found it safe at current intakes. IARC classified it as “possibly carcinogenic” (Group 2B) in 2023 based on limited evidence, which did not change regulatory safety conclusions.
Does coke zero have aspartame?
Yes—Coca‑Cola Zero Sugar in many countries contains aspartame (often with acesulfame K); formulas can vary by market, so check your local label.
Why is aspartame bad for you?
It isn’t generally “bad” at normal food levels; the key exception is for people with PKU, who must avoid the phenylalanine it provides. Some individuals report sensitivities (e.g., headaches), so staying within the ADI is advised.
Does aspartame raise blood sugar?
No—aspartame does not raise blood glucose or insulin on its own and is considered suitable for people with diabetes within the ADI. Other ingredients in the food or drink may still affect blood sugar.