Information on the sugar substitute Sucralose

 

 
 

Expert Opinions on Sucralose

 

Information on the sugar substitute Sucralose

Below are a few quotes from experts regarding the benefits and safety of sucralose:

"In determining the safety of sucralose, FDA reviewed data from more than 110 studies in humans and animals. Many of the studies were designed to identify possible toxic effects including carcinogenic, reproductive and neurological effects. No such effects were found, and FDA's approval is based on the finding that sucralose is safe for human consumption."
- FDA Talk Paper T98-16.

"There is adequate evidence, [for sucralose], that there are no concerns about mutagenicity, carcinogenicity, development or reproductive toxicity."
- Opinion of the Scientific Committee on Food of the European Commission on Sucralose, September 7, 2000

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