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E962SweetenerModerate concern
Aspartame-Acesulfame Salt
In plain words
The short version
A single-salt blend of aspartame and acesulfame K (Twinsweet) — inherits both parents' safety profiles.
Why we flag it amber
It's permitted and generally considered safe, but there are a few reasons to be mindful — like sensitivities in some people, debated studies, or intake limits. The Safety section below explains the specifics.
Safety profile
Inherits both the aspartame and acesulfame K safety profiles. Mandatory phenylketonuria (PKU) warning because of the aspartame content. The 2023 IARC 'possibly carcinogenic' classification of aspartame applies; the EFSA acesulfame re-evaluation also applies.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.