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In 1965, Aspartame
was discovered.
In 1981, FDA approved the use of Aspartame as
tabletop sweetener and flavor-improver.
In 1981, Canadian
government approved the use of Aspartame in foods and beverages.
In 1983, FDA
approved the use of Aspartame in carbonated soft drinks.
In 1983, British
government approved the use of Aspartame.
In 1983, Japanese
government approved the use of Aspartame.
In 1986, China
approved the use of Aspartame.
In 1988, Brazil
approved the use of Aspartame.
In 1993, Aspartame
was approved for use in confectioneries, baked foods, low-alcohol
beer and all remaining nonalcoholic beverages.
In 1996, FDA
approved Aspartame as a ˇ°general purpose ˇ±sweetener.
ADI of Aspartame
set by FAO/WHO JECFA: 40 mg/kg body weight.
ADI of Aspartame
set by FDA: 50 mg/kg body weight.
Maximum dosage of
Aspartame allowed by EU
|
Product |
Ace-K (mg/l) |
Product |
Ace-K (mg/kg) |
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Non-alcoholic drinks |
600 |
Desserts |
1000 |
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Spirit drinks |
600 |
Sauces |
350 |
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Cider and Perry |
600 |
Mustard |
350 |
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Energy-reduced soups |
110 |
Energy-reduced jams,
jellies and marmalades |
1000 |
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Brown beer |
600 |
Canned or bottled |
1000 |
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Edible ices |
800 |
Confectionery |
6000 |
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Energy-reduced beer |
25 |
Bakery products |
1700 |
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