On the classification this reference uses, E950 is "debated". Intense sweetener; safety studies are ongoing. That is a summary of the Russian TR CU 029/2012 list and the EU permitted lists, not medical advice.

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E950: Acesulfame K

Intense sweetener; safety studies are ongoing. Verdict: debated

Code	E950
Name	Acesulfame K
Also known as	acesulfame potassium, acesulfame K
Group	E900–E999 — glazing agents, sweeteners, antifoaming agents
Verdict	debated

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sugar-free drinks
chewing gum
light desserts

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Is E950 dangerous?: On the classification this reference uses, E950 is "debated". Intense sweetener; safety studies are ongoing. That is a summary of the Russian TR CU 029/2012 list and the EU permitted lists, not medical advice.
How do I check whether E950 is in a product I have?: Photograph the barcode or the ingredients panel — the app reads the list and flags every additive it finds. Three checks are free, with no account.

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Others in this group: E951 · E955 · E960 · E952 · E954 · E965 · E967 · the full table

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