EFSA finds sucralose to be safe when used as currently authorised ...

By Kevin Robinson | Published: 18-Feb-2026
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... but cannot the confirm safety of extending its use

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EFSA’s experts concluded that the sweetener sucralose (E 955) continues to be safe for consumers for its currently authorised uses as a food additive.

EFSA finds sucralose to be safe when used as currently authorised ...

Following a comprehensive review of all available scientific data, they confirmed the Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) of 15 mg/kg body weight per day and indicated that current consumer exposure remains below this level.  

However, EFSA could not confirm the safety of additional uses of sucralose.

E 955 is a sweetener, approximately 600 times sweeter than sugar, that is authorised for use in a range of reduced-sugar and sugar-free foods and beverages. 

This assessment is part of an ongoing review of additives approved before 20 January 2009, as required by EU law. 

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