Why Acesulfame K May Be the Best Sweetener for Your Food Products

Acesulfame K (also known as Ace-K or acesulfame potassium) has piqued the interest of scientists and chefs worldwide for its highly intense sweet flavor (200 times sweeter than sucrose) without caloric input. Unlike many other sweeteners, acesulfame K has no lingering aftertaste to spoil its flavor. 

Created in 1967, acesulfame K has appeared on labels in the United States since December 2003 to great acclaim. Learn how food ingredient supplier Bell Chem’s acesulfame K is utilized in foods and beverages as well as pharmaceutical and hygiene products. 

Works at Any Temperature

Unlike many other artificial sweeteners, acesulfame potassium is a viable sucrose alternative at almost any temperature; it can be used in baked goods, dairy products (it will not break down during pasteurization), and other quality products. High or low pH ranges also do not affect the performance of acesulfame K. 

Safe for Diabetic Patients

The human body is not able to metabolize acesulfame K, leading to a sweetened product without calories. For this reason, acesulfame K is safe for diabetic patients since it will not affect serum glucose, triglyceride, or cholesterol levels. 

Blends Well with Other Sweeteners

When combined with other sweeteners or sugar alcohols, the sum total sweetness of both sweeteners exceeds their individual levels. This blending has also been reported to have a more naturally sweet flavor than individual artificial sweeteners can create. 

Has a Range of Food Production Uses

Products relying on acesulfame K’s sweet flavor include fruit juices, carbonated beverages, tabletop sweeteners, jams and jellies, gum and mints, breakfast cereals, and dressings and marinades.

Has Medical and Personal Care Uses

The pharmaceutical industry finds acesulfame K added to medication aids in its palatability. Acesulfame K is an ingredient in toothpaste, mouthwash and other oral hygiene products since it improves flavor without promoting tooth decay.

Bell Chem is a food ingredient supplier based in Longwood, FL (just north of Orlando) with hundreds of products stocked in their 50,000+ square-foot warehouse, including CSANTM sanitation products. You can expect the highest quality products, expedited shipping options for maximum efficiency, and unrivaled personalized customer service. Let our knowledgeable and friendly customer service representatives and accounting staff personalize all your needs by either calling 407-339-BELL (2355) or by sending us an online message.