Stevia CAS NO.57817-89-7

 Sugar substitute

Today, stevia is part of the sugar substitute market. According to the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) high-purity steviol glycosides, an extract of the stevia plant, is considered generally safe for use in food. On the other hand, the FDA stated that stevia leaf and crude stevia extracts are not generally recognized as safe (GRAS) and do not have FDA approval for use in food.

• Stevia sweetener is natural, almost non-caloric and is safe for diabetics
• Stevia as an alternative to artificial sweeteners such as cyclamate, saccharin and aspartame. 
• Stevia sweetener are widely used in food products, soft drinks (Coca Cola), and for table use. 
• Adults and children may enjoy dessert recipes without risk of weight gain, tooth decay or hyperactivity, it also does not contain the negative side effects reported with the use of artificial sweeteners.  
• It can also be blended into natural toothpowder or mouthwash recipes.         
• More natural and fresh taste  compared with other sweetener
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• Certificates: ISO/KOSHER/FSSC/BRC/ORGANIC CERTIFICATE

What is Stevia Leaf Extract and How is it Different than Sugar

Stevia leaf extract comes from the stevia plant, which originates in South America. The primary components extracted from the stevia leaf are called steviol glycosides. Extract from these plants are used in stevia sweeteners to provide a sweet taste without calories in many foods and beverages. 

Sweet as Sugar

Stevia sweeteners are 200-350 times sweeter than sugar, which means only a very small amount is needed to match the sweetness of sugar.  

Is it Safe

Yes, stevia leaf extract is safe to consume. It’s one of eight low and no-calorie sweeteners permitted by the FDA for use in the US food supply. All eight have been rigorously tested and reviewed. Leading global health authorities such as the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), FAO/WHO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) and Health Canada have found low and no-calorie sweeteners to be safe. Stevia leaf extracts have been listed as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in foods and beverages since 2008.