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Xylitol
Xylitol
Also known as: E967
Low concern
Xylitol is FDA GRAS and authorized in the EU under Reg. (EC) 1333/2008 at quantum satis.
Found in
2,169 products
E-number
E967
Type
emulsifier, humectant, stabiliser, sweetener, thickener
What it is
Sugar alcohol (polyol) with about 40% fewer calories than sucrose; non-cariogenic.
Bulk sweetener and humectant; reduces dental caries risk.
Why it's flagged
- GI/laxative effects above 30-50 g/day
- extreme toxicity to dogs
What regulators actually say
"Xylitol... is an increasingly common sugar substitute... It is highly toxic to dogs."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS (multiple GRAS notices)
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food additive E967 under Reg. (EC) 1333/2008
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