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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add invert sugar primarily as a sweetener, but it also helps keep foods …
What it is
Invert sugar is a liquid sweetener made by splitting sucrose (table sugar) into its two component sugars: glucose and fructose. This process, called inversion, is typically done using an enzyme or acid. Fair Trade Certified indicates that the sugar used to make the invert sugar meets specific social, environmental, and economic standards.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add invert sugar primarily as a sweetener, but it also helps keep foods moist and prevents sugar crystallization, which can improve texture. It is commonly found in candies, baked goods, ice cream, and beverages.
Health notes
Invert sugar is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As an added sugar, its consumption should be limited. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars in a healthy dietary pattern. JECFA has evaluated sugars as macronutrients and not as food additives requiring an Acceptable Daily Intake.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.