The food law of most countries classifies high-intensity sweeteners such as Sunett^® (acesulfame K) as food additives. Therefore, the use of high-intensity sweeteners must be approved by regulation, which is only granted if safety and need for human consumption can be clearly demonstrated.

Numerous scientific studies and approvals for food, beverage and pharmaceutical products in more than 100 countries worldwide, including the USA, Canada, the member states of the European Union and Japan, prove the safety of Sunett® (acesulfame K).

Sunett® Milestones

1967 – Sunett® was discovered
1983 – Approval in Great Britain
1984 – Approval in Australia
1986 – Approval in Belgium, Italy, South Africa
1987 – Approval in Switzerland
1988 – Approval in USA, France
1990 – Approval in Germany
1994 – EU Sweetener Directive
1998 – Approval for soft drinks in the USA
2000 – Approval in Japan
2003 – General Purpose Approval in USA