Sucralose is an artificial sweetener commonly used as a sugar substitute in a variety of food and beverage products. It is about 600 time sweeter than sucrose, allowing for its use in small doses to achieve the same level of sweetness, without the added calories.
Characteristics: Sucralose is a white crystalline powder
Sweetener: Sucralose is primarily used as a low-calorie sweetener, being about 600 times sweeter than sucrose.
Sugar Replacement: Sucralose acts as a sugar substitute in various products, helping to reduce/eliminate sugar content whilst maintaining sweetness, particularly in low-calorie and sugar-free products.
Flavour Enhancer: It can enhance the flavour of foods and beverages without contributing to the bitterness that some other artificial sweeteners might cause. It blends well with other flavours, enhancing overall taste profiles.