Nonorganic Cane Sugar

Cane sugar is a type of sugar made from the sugarcane plant. It is produced by crushing sugarcane stalks to extract the juice, which is then purified, evaporated, and crystallized to form sugar granules. "Nonorganic" means the sugarcane was grown using traditional farming methods, which may include synthetic fertilizers and pesticides.

Cane sugar is widely used as a sweetener in many foods and drinks. It also helps improve the texture of baked goods, aids in browning, and can act as a preservative in jams and jellies. You'll find it in products like cereals, snacks, desserts, and beverages.

The FDA considers sugar, including cane sugar, to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS). JECFA has evaluated sucrose and did not set a numeric acceptable daily intake. However, consuming too much added sugar, such as cane sugar, is linked to health concerns like weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal.