Sodium Saccharin
Aliases: E954, Saccharin Sodium, Benzoic Sulfimide
CAS Number: 6155-57-3
Usage: Widely used as a zero-calorie artificial sweetener in various food and beverage products.
Characteristics: A non-nutritive sweetener, about 300-400 times sweeter than sucrose, with a slightly bitter aftertaste.
Detailed Description: Sodium Saccharin, known as E954, is one of the oldest artificial sweeteners used in the food industry. It’s a calorie-free option, making it popular in diet and sugar-free products. Despite its slight bitterness at high concentrations, it’s widely used in beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetic products for its intense sweetness.
Performance Features: Offers intense sweetness without the calories of sugar.
Advantages: Ideal for weight management and diabetic diets due to its non-caloric nature.
Benefits: Allows for the sweetening of food and beverages without increasing sugar or calorie content.
Extended Applications: Used in a variety of diet products, including soft drinks, tabletop sweeteners, and oral care products.