E968
E968: Erythritol
Moderate concernFunction: sweetener
What is E968?
E968 (Erythritol) is a sweetener used in processed foods.
What the research says
Sugar alcohol. A 2023 study in Nature Medicine linked higher blood levels of erythritol to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E968 (Erythritol) safe?
Sugar alcohol. A 2023 study in Nature Medicine linked higher blood levels of erythritol to a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.
Why is E968 added to food?
It is used as a sweetener.
Does E968 make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E968 mark a food as ultra-processed.