Description
Aspartame, E951/FCCIV/USP24, is a high-quality food-grade artificial sweetener widely recognized for its intense sweetness, approximately 200 times sweeter than sucrose. It is commonly used as a sugar substitute in various food and beverage products, providing a similar taste experience with significantly fewer calories. Aspartame conforms to both FCCIV and USP24 standards, ensuring its suitability for consumption and application in the food industry.
Specification:
Appearance: White crystal or crystalline powder
Assay: 98% - 102%
Specific rotation [α]D20: +14.50 to +16.50
Transmittance: 95% max
Loss on drying: 4.5% max
pH: 4.5 - 6.0
Residue on ignition [sulfated]: 0.20% max
Related impurity: 2.0% max
Heavy metals [Pb]: 10 ppm max
Arsenic [As2O3]: 3 ppm max
Application:
1) Used as a sugar substitute in low-calorie and sugar-free beverages.
2) Incorporated in chewing gums and candies to provide sweetness without added calories.
3) Utilized in tabletop sweeteners for personal use in foods and beverages.
4) Employed in dairy products like yogurt and ice cream to enhance sweetness.
5) Added to baked goods to maintain sweetness with reduced sugar content.
6) Used in pharmaceutical products to mask the taste of active ingredients.
