01 / 04What it is
E951 in plain English
In July 2023 IARC classified aspartame as possibly carcinogenic to humans (group 2B). WHO tightened the acceptable daily intake recommendation. Phenylketonurics must avoid.
IARC group 2B (2023); WHO ADI tightened.
02 / 04Why it's used
It sweetens without the sugar.
To deliver sweetness with fewer calories than sucrose — typically in diet drinks, low-sugar yoghurts and sugar-free confectionery.
sweetener
03 / 04Health concerns
A real concern.
Banned in at least one major jurisdiction, or IARC group 2B (possibly carcinogenic).
04 / 04Regulatory status
How the world's regulators rule
- Australia · FSANZ
- Permitted
- Banned jurisdictions
- None recorded
- Filtr risk tier
- High risk
- Filtr score penalty
- −6 points
- Category
- Sweetener
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