
Acesulfame-K
Also known as: Ace-K, acesulfame potassium, E950
Acesulfame-K is a thermally stable sweetener roughly 200 times sweeter than sucrose, usually blended for synergy, supplied to food ingredients manufacturers across the GCC.
- CAS No.
- 55589-62-3
- Formula
- C4H4KNO4S
- Grade
- Food grade, 30–100 mesh
- Packing
- 25 kg carton or paper bag
Within our sweeteners range, Acesulfame-K is a thermally stable sweetener roughly 200 times sweeter than sucrose, usually blended for synergy. Orders ship ex-warehouse where stock is held, or direct from origin for container volumes.
It is supplied as white crystalline powder, in food grade, 30–100 mesh, with an assay of 99.0% min. The CAS number is 55589-62-3 and the molecular formula is C4H4KNO4S.
Applications of Acesulfame-K
Typical applications include:
- Blended with aspartame or sucralose to round out the sweetness curve in soft drinks
- Baked goods and biscuits that require full heat stability
- Oral care, chewing gum and pharmaceutical syrups
- Protein drinks and sports nutrition where bitterness masking is needed
Packing, storage and handling
Standard packing is 25 kg carton or paper bag. Store in cool, dry conditions. Shelf life is 60 months from the date of manufacture when stored as specified.
Supply and documentation
| CAS No. | 55589-62-3 |
|---|---|
| Formula | C4H4KNO4S |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Grade | Food grade, 30–100 mesh |
| Purity / Assay | 99.0% min |
| Sweetness | ~200× sucrose |
| Heat stability | Stable to 225 °C |
| Loss on drying | 1.0% max |
| Typical blend | 1:1 with aspartame or sucralose |
| Packing | 25 kg carton or paper bag |
| Storage | Cool, dry conditions |
| Shelf life | 60 months |
Values are typical for the grade we stock. Please confirm the required specification with our sales team.
- Blended with aspartame or sucralose to round out the sweetness curve in soft drinks
- Baked goods and biscuits that require full heat stability
- Oral care, chewing gum and pharmaceutical syrups
- Protein drinks and sports nutrition where bitterness masking is needed
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