Neotame
Molecular Weight:
378.47
Synonyms
N-[N-(3,3-dimethylbutyl)-L--aspartyl]-L-phenylalanine 1-methyl ester
CAS Number:
165450-17-9
Melting Point:
80.9-83.4°C
Solubility:
Sparingly Soluble in water, very soluble in Ethanol
Description
Neotame is about 8,000-13,000 times sweeter than sucrose(table sugar), so only 6 milligrams is needed to sweeten a typical 12 ounce soft drink.
Neotame is moderately heat stable and extremely potent, and is considered to be of no danger to those suffering from phenylketonuria, as it does not metabolize into phenylalanine. The product is rapidly metabolized, completely eliminated, and does not accumulate in the body.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved it in 2002. It is also approved for use in Australia and New Zealand.
Use:
Neotame is used in tabletop sweeteners, frozen desserts, chewing gum and candy, baked goods, fruit spreads, and ready-to-eat cereals.