The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reaffirmed the Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for aspartame following two scientific reviews of the artificial sweetener.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) monograph and Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee for Food Additives (JECFA) summary assessment of aspartame were released today (Friday 14 July 2023).
Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) CEO Dr Sandra Cuthbert said the JECFA assessment found the current ADI for aspartame in food and beverages was appropriate.
“This is good news for consumers in Australia and New Zealand who can be assured our food standards for aspartame align with international benchmarks,” Dr Cuthbert said.
“The JECFA conclusion is in line with numerous international studies which have found aspartame to be safe at current permitted levels of use with exposures below the ADI.
“FSANZ sets evidence-based standards that protect public health and safety by ensuring a safe food supply.
“The JECFA work confirms the standards for aspartame in the Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code are appropriate and current.”
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