E950
E950: Acesulfame K
Moderate concernFunction: sweetener
What is E950?
E950 (Acesulfame K) is a sweetener used in processed foods.
What the research says
Artificial sweetener. In the NutriNet-Santé cohort (BMJ, 2022), higher artificial sweetener intake was linked to higher cardiovascular risk.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E950 (Acesulfame K) safe?
Artificial sweetener. In the NutriNet-Santé cohort (BMJ, 2022), higher artificial sweetener intake was linked to higher cardiovascular risk.
Why is E950 added to food?
It is used as a sweetener.
Does E950 make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E950 mark a food as ultra-processed.