Novel Sweeteners
1991; American Chemical Society; Linguagem: Inglês
10.1021/bk-1991-0450.ch023
ISSN1947-5918
Autores Tópico(s)Biochemical Analysis and Sensing Techniques
ResumoNovel sweeteners, in common with other novel substances intended for use in the food supply, must undergo rigorous review by government health agencies as a prerequisite to market approval. Novel sweeteners - that is to say sweetening materials not previously known or used in the food supply - would generally be classified as food additives and as such would normally be reviewed within existing regulations which deal with food additives. Thus, the process of review and evaluation of novel sweeteners does not, a priori, involve any new regulatory needs. The regulations under which other substances such as novel preservatives or emulsifiers can be examined also encompasses materials which function to impart a sweet taste to foods. This overview of such regulatory requirements, although based on United States and Canadian regulations, will also serve to illustrate the situation in most developed countries. The focus will deal with food additive concerns and
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