01 / 04What it is
E955 in plain English
Sucralose is heat-unstable above 120°C, where it can form chlorinated propanols. Studies show microbiome and insulin-response effects in humans.
Forms toxic compounds when heated; impacts microbiome.
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
Mixed evidence — worth knowing.
Mixed evidence — some regulators restrict, others permit.
04 / 04Regulatory status
How the world's regulators rule
- Australia · FSANZ
- Permitted
- Banned jurisdictions
- None recorded
- Filtr risk tier
- Moderate
- Filtr score penalty
- −3 points
- Category
- Sweetener
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