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E953 is a food additive approved by the EU (European
Union).
It is used as a synthetic sweetener in food and drink products.
The common name for E953 is isomalt.
E953 is a disaccharide of glucose and mannitol
(E421).
The process of production of E953 consists of sugar
being converted to isomaltulose, then hydrogenated to form isomalt.
E953’s
stability at high temperatures enables it to be used in cooking
of foods, such as bakery products. It's sweetness is approximately
60% to that of sugar.
E953 is considered good for teeth as it reduces the
formation of plaque. However, because it is a sugar
alcohol, it may cause
flatulence or diarrhoea.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E953:
Bakery products and diet foods.
Note(1) that the list of Food
Additives (E Numbers) included in this section and listed on the left
is subject to change as more chemicals are added by the EU Regulatory
Authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list complete.
Note(2) These numbers are also used in Australia and
New Zealand but without the E.
Government
approvals and other regulatory details are subject to change.
This entry was added in good faith on 23 July 2008. For current details,
check with relevant authorities.
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