Processed With Alkali And Less Than 2%: Acesulfame Potassium

Acesulfame potassium is a calorie-free artificial sweetener. It is synthesized from acetoacetic acid and is about 200 times sweeter than sugar. It is often used in combination with other sweeteners to achieve a more sugar-like taste.

Manufacturers add acesulfame potassium to provide sweetness without adding calories. It is commonly found in sugar-free or reduced-sugar beverages, baked goods, chewing gum, and tabletop sweeteners. It is often blended with other artificial sweeteners like aspartame or sucralose.

Acesulfame potassium is approved by the FDA as a food additive. It has been evaluated by JECFA and EFSA. Some studies have raised questions about its long-term effects, but regulatory bodies generally consider it safe at typical consumption levels. The U.S. National Academies have not set an upper intake level for acesulfame potassium.