Sucralose is a derivative of sucrose
[1], which is generally used as a non-nutritive sweetener in foods and beverages.
[2]Sucralose, belonging to the class of synthetic sweeteners,
[3] is a noncarcinogenic taste enhancer, found to be 400-800 times sweeter than sucrose. It is not involved in inducing glycemic response and is virtually noncaloric.
[4] Sucralose is used as a part of a comprehensive portfolio of analytical standards to monitor natural and artificial sugar substitutes in the food and beverage industries. This product finds applications as a sweetener in a variety of food products and beverages including desserts, bakery products, canned fruits/vegetables, dressings, breakfast cereals, confectionery, medical foods, dietary supplements, etc.
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