The Following: Cane Sugar

Cane sugar is a type of sugar called sucrose. It is made from sugarcane plants, which are grown in tropical and subtropical regions. The sugar is extracted from the plant's juice, then purified and crystallized into the sugar we use.

Cane sugar is primarily used as a sweetener to improve the taste of foods and drinks. It also helps add bulk and texture, and in high amounts, it can act as a preservative. It is found in many products, including baked goods, beverages, and processed meats like sausages and salami.

Cane sugar is a common food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It provides calories and energy. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend consuming no amount of added sugars and at most 10 grams per meal. Eating too much added sugar, including cane sugar, is linked to an increased risk of health problems like heart disease and type 2 diabetes. JECFA and EFSA have not set an acceptable daily intake (ADI) for sucrose itself, as it is a basic food component rather than a food additive.