Erythritol

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that is found naturally in small amounts in some fruits and vegetables that is also used as a low-calorie sweetener.

Found In
  • Baked goods
  • Candy and desserts
  • Diet sodas
  • Energy drinks
  • Flavored water beverages
  • Low-sugar juice drinks
  • Sugar-free gum
Also Known As
  •  Sugar Alcohol
  •  Polyol
The Beverage Bottom Line

Erythritol is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.

This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.

International Assessments and Authorizations

U.S. Food And Drug Administration

Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. ()

From 2001 to 2019, issued no objections to (76, 208, 382, 401 and 789) filed on erythritol.

In 1996, a health claim for erythritol, a non-cariogenic carbohydrate sugar substitute, and the benefits in reducing the risk of or not promoting tooth decay.

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European Food Safety Authority

Safe for intended uses. [additive]

Safety reaffirmed in 2023.

In 2011a and 2011b, EFSA evaluated health claims related to Erythritol and either lower blood glucose rise after consumption or maintenance of tooth mineralization.

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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives

Safe for intended uses.

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Safe for intended uses.

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This page was last updated on 2/25/2026