Alitame

Alitame (CAS 80863-62-3), also known by its EU designation E956, is a high-intensity dipeptide sweetener approved for use in food and beverage applications.

It delivers sweetness approximately 2,000 times that of sucrose, allowing formulators to achieve target sweetness profiles at very low inclusion rates in various food systems.

In low-calorie and sugar-free beverages, it provides clean sweetness without the bitter aftertaste associated with some alternative high-intensity sweeteners used in the industry.

Confectionery and chewing gum manufacturers use it to replace bulk sugar while maintaining acceptable mouthfeel and flavor balance for the end consumer in these specific applications.

It performs well in baked goods and dairy-based products where heat stability during processing is a formulation requirement for maintaining the integrity of the final product.

Tabletop sweetener blends also incorporate this ingredient to reduce the total sweetener load while meeting target sweetness intensity for health-conscious consumers and dietary needs.

The product is supplied as a white crystalline powder. Food-grade is the standard commercial specification, with material typically conforming to regulatory requirements where approval applies.

Buyers should confirm regional regulatory status prior to sourcing, as approval varies across jurisdictions. This ensures compliance with local safety and labeling standards for food additives.