Aspartame
Alternative Names
Dipeptide Sweetener
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
22839-47-0
EC
245-261-3
FOOD CODE
E951
Aspartame (C₁₄H₁₈N₂O₅) is a dipeptide sweetener composed of L-aspartic acid and L-phenylalanine methyl ester. It offers sweetness approximately 200 times greater than sucrose.
Aspartame
Used in low-calorie beverages, confectionery, and table-top sweeteners, providing sugar-like flavor without bitterness. Stable in dry form but hydrolyzes in aqueous solutions.
Safe within established ADI limits; unsuitable for individuals with phenylketonuria. Avoid excessive heat and moisture to prevent degradation.
Foil-lined bags or fiber drums with desiccants; store cool, dry, and sealed from air exposure.
