← Back to all waters

Acesulfame-K

Acesulfame potassium is a non-nutritive artificial sweetener used to provide sweetness without calories.

Mineral or nutrientUpdated Feb 16, 2026
Health score-3.0
-5Poor5

Water guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Food and supplement guidelines

Legal limit
Not specified
Health guideline
Not specified

Risks

Potential carcinogenicity debated, possible gut microbiota effects, rare hypersensitivity

Benefits

Zero-calorie sweetening agent, useful for sugar reduction in foods and beverages

References

Waters containing Acesulfame-K

3 matches