E952: Cyclamate
Sweetener; banned in the EU and US due to potential carcinogenicity. Verdict: banned in the EU
| Code | E952 |
| Name | Cyclamate |
| Also known as | sodium cyclamate, cyclamic acid |
| Group | E900–E999 — glazing agents, sweeteners, antifoaming agents |
| Verdict | banned in the EU |
Where you meet it
- sugar-free beverages
- tabletop sweeteners
Frequently asked questions
- Is E952 dangerous?
- On the classification this reference uses, E952 is "banned in the EU". Sweetener; banned in the EU and US due to potential carcinogenicity. 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 E952 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 · E950 · E955 · E960 · E954 · E965 · E967 · the full table
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