Stevia rebaudiana extract

Stevia rebaudiana extract (CAS 91722-21-3) is a natural, plant-derived sweetener concentrate obtained from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana. Also marketed under the EU designation E960.

Where is Stevia rebaudiana extract used?

• Beverages: replaces sucrose and high-fructose corn syrup
• Reduced-calorie soft drinks, flavored waters and energy drinks without caloric load
• Confectionery and dairy: sugar-free chocolates and yogurts
• Ice creams where clean-label positioning is a commercial priority
• Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical: masking agent in oral syrups and chewable tablets
• Dietary supplements to improve palatability
• Tabletop sweetener brands blend it with bulking agents such as erythritol or maltodextrin.

Commercial specifications

• Food-grade specifications meeting FCC and Ph. Eur. requirements
• Rebaudioside-A content typically 80% to 97% purity
• Organic-certified material available