Calcium Carbonate And Sucralose

Calcium carbonate is a mineral that occurs naturally in rocks and shells. It is processed to be used as a food ingredient. Sucralose is an artificial sweetener made from sugar through a multi-step chemical process.

Calcium carbonate is often added to foods as a source of calcium, an anti-caking agent, or a color enhancer. Sucralose is a zero-calorie artificial sweetener used to provide sweetness in a variety of products, especially those aiming for reduced sugar or calorie content.

Calcium carbonate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement or anti-caking agent. Sucralose is also FDA-approved as a high-intensity sweetener. Both have been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA. While generally considered safe at typical consumption levels, some research has explored potential effects on gut bacteria or metabolic responses, though evidence is mixed and often based on high doses not typical of human intake.