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Neohesperidine Dihydrochalcone (E959): What It Is and Is It Safe?

Safe Sweetener · Sweetener

Semi-synthetic sweetener derived from bitter orange. Around 400–600x sweeter than sugar. EFSA considers it safe. Rarely used due to a lingering menthol-like aftertaste.

Category
Sweetener — Sweetener
Typically used in
Some diet products and chewing gums
Regulatory status
Approved EU. Not approved USA.

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Products

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