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E959SweetenerLow concern
Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone
In plain words
The short version
A citrus-peel-derived intense sweetener with strong taste-masking effects — common in chewables and pharmaceuticals.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
ADI of 5 mg/kg body weight (EFSA 2010). Considered safe; the citrus-peel origin gives it longer historical dietary exposure than fully synthetic sweeteners.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.