E420
E420: Sorbitol
Low concernFunction: sweetener
What is E420?
E420 (Sorbitol) is a sweetener used in processed foods.
What the research says
Sugar alcohol. Large amounts have a laxative effect.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E420 (Sorbitol) safe?
Sugar alcohol. Large amounts have a laxative effect.
Why is E420 added to food?
It is used as a sweetener.
Does E420 make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E420 mark a food as ultra-processed.