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- Manufacturer: Nutrinova
- Product Line: Sunett® Acesulfame K
- Product: Sunett® Acesulfame K
- Industries: Food & Beverage | Pharmaceuticals
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
Sunett® Acesulfame K Food Grade D
Sunett® Acesulfame K Food Grade D is a high-intensity and non-nutritive sweetener for use in many food, beverage, and nutraceutical applications. This grade is our smallest-particle-size offering.
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Total Ace-K: ≥99.5%
Particle size: Min 95%, smaller than 100 microns
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Allergens: No allergens
Shelf life: 5 years
CAS Number: 55589-62-3
- Manufacturer: Nutrinova
- Product Line: Sunett® Acesulfame K
- Product: Sunett® Acesulfame K
- Industries: Food & Beverage | Pharmaceuticals
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
Acesulfame potassium, or Ace-K, is a high-intensity non-nutritive sweetener developed in Germany under the Sunett® brand. This crystalline-powder grade of Sunett® Ace-K is an ideal additive to help with a reduced-sugar, sugar-free, or low-calorie label claim. Its smaller particle size offers the same stability at very high temperatures and low pHs, making it a versatile choice for formulation. Ace-K has a wide range of applicability in food, beverage, and nutraceutical products. It is remarkably synergistic with other sweeteners, enhancing their sweetness and helping to create an even closer true-to-sugar flavor profile without any increase in calories. Due to its heat-stable nature, Ace-K can be included in baked goods where stability during baking is key, and it is equally effective in acidic environments, making it suitable for a variety of beverages. Furthermore, because it holds no caloric content, Ace-K is a favorite among those seeking to maintain or achieve weight-loss goals while still enjoying the sweet taste they love. This adaptability has allowed manufacturers to innovate and expand their product lines in response to the growing demand for healthier, lower-calorie options.
Specifications
Total Ace-K: ≥99.5%
Particle size: Min 95%, smaller than 100 microns
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Allergens: No allergens
Shelf life: 5 years
CAS Number: 55589-62-3
Features & Benefits
- Original Ace-K brand
- Nongeneric
- Highest-quality product standards
- Noncaloric sweetener
- Noncariogenic
- Diabetic and keto-friendly
- Neither metabolized nor converted in the body
- Rapid solubility
- Synergistic with both nutritive and non-nutritive sweeteners to amplify sweetness without overpowering
- Limited or no reaction with other compounds
- Stable at high temperatures and across a wide pH range
- Free from allergens
- Non-GMO
- Kosher
- Halal
Problems Solved
High Sweetness Intensity: Like other grades of Ace-K, Food Grade D is 200 times sweeter than sugar, allowing manufacturers to achieve desired sweetness levels while minimizing caloric content. This is particularly important for products aimed at health-conscious consumers.
Thermal Stability: Food Grade D exhibits excellent stability at high temperatures, making it suitable for applications that require cooking or baking processes. This ensures that the sweetness remains intact during production.
Broad pH Range Compatibility: This grade maintains its sweetening properties across a wide pH range (from 3.0 to 9.0), which allows it to be used effectively in various food and beverage formulations without degradation.
Synergistic Blending: Food Grade D is compatible with other sweeteners, enhancing overall sweetness profiles and helping to mask any bitter aftertaste. This is crucial for achieving a more sugar-like taste in complex formulations.
Non-Cariogenic Nature: Like other grades of Ace-K, Food Grade D does not promote tooth decay, making it suitable for dental-friendly products such as sugar-free gums and candies.
Cost-Effectiveness: Due to its high potency, less Food Grade D is required compared to traditional sweeteners, leading to potential cost savings in large-scale production.
Regulatory Compliance: Food Grade D meets the safety and quality standards required for use in food products, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Applications
Caloric Reduction: Ace-K provides high-intensity sweetness with zero calories, addressing the demand for healthier, low-calorie products.
Heat Stability: Unlike some other sweeteners, Ace-K remains stable at high temperatures, making it suitable for baked goods and canned products.
Synergistic Blending: It works well in combination with other sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose, enhancing sweetness profiles while masking any bitter aftertaste.
Non-Cariogenic Properties: Does not promote tooth decay, making it suitable for dental-friendly products.
Cost Efficiency: Due to its intense sweetness, less Ace-K is required compared to sugar, reducing ingredient costs.
Diabetic and Keto Friendly: Supports the development of products that cater to diabetic-friendly and keto diets by providing sweetness without affecting blood glucose levels.
Regulatory Compliance: Approved by major food safety authorities globally, ensuring compliance with food safety standards for low-sugar claims.
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