Sodium Saccharin
Saccharin Sodium Salt
- CAS
- 128-44-9
- EC
- 204-886-1
- Food Code
- E954
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare, Personal Care & Cosmetics
Sodium Saccharin (CAS 128-44-9) is the sodium salt of saccharin, a white crystalline powder that dissolves readily in water and delivers a sweetness roughly 300-500 times that of sucrose; it is used as a non-nutritive sweetener in foods, beverages, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Density 0.83 g/cm³, melting point >300°C (decomposes); highly soluble in water (up to 670 g/L), sweet taste 300-500 times sucrose. Odorless, pH neutral to alkaline in solution; synthesized from toluene via sulfonation and oxidation.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C7H5NO3S.Na |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 206.17 g/mol |
| Appearance | Saccharin is a crystalline solid with a sweet taste (500 times sweeter than sugar). |
| Form | neat |
| Color | White crystals or a white, crystalline efflorescent powder |
| Odor | odourless or with a faint, aromatic odour |
| Melting point | 223-225 °C |
| Density | 1.69[at 20°C] |
| Water solubility | >=10 g/100 mL at 20 °C |
| Grades available | Food Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Sodium Saccharin
Applications
Used as a non-nutritive sweetener in foods, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and animal feeds for calorie-free sweetness.
Safety & Risks
Safe with ADI 9 mg/kg bw/day; may cause allergic reactions or sensitivity. Non-toxic but monitor intake for high consumers.
Packaging
In 25kg cartons or drums with liners; rinse containers for recycling or puncture for sanitary disposal.