Aspartame

Aspartame is a low-calorie artificial sweetener used in the food and beverage industry as a sugar substitute. It is about 200 times sweeter than sugar, used in diet sodas, sugar-free candies, gum, and desserts. Ideal for reducing calories while maintaining sweetness, it’s best suited for cold or room-temperature products.

Key Benefits and Uses of Aspartame:

• High Sweetness Intensity
  Delivers approximately 200 times the sweetness of sugar, allowing for minimal usage while achieving the desired flavor profile.

• Low Calorie Sugar Substitute
  Helps reduce calorie content in products without compromising on sweetness, making it ideal for diet and health-conscious consumers.

• Clean Sweet Taste
  Mimics the flavor of sugar without the metallic aftertaste common in some other artificial sweeteners.

• Synergistic with Other Sweeteners
  Can be blended with other sweeteners like acesulfame potassium to enhance sweetness and stability.

• Heat Sensitivity Suited for Cold Applications
  Best used in cold or room-temperature formulations, such as beverages, yogurt, and tabletop sweeteners.

Common Applications Include:

• Diet soft drinks and sugar-free beverages

• Chewing gum and sugar-free candies

• Low-calorie desserts and yogurts

• Tabletop sweeteners and powdered mixes

• Nutritional supplements and syrups

Why Choose Aspartame?

• Calorie-Free Sweetening Agent

• High Potency, Reducing Usage Amount

• Approved by Major Food Safety Authorities (FDA, EFSA, etc.)

• Suitable for Diabetic-Friendly Formulations