Product Overview
Aspartame is an amino acid-based high-intensity sweetener, 180–200 times sweeter than sucrose. It features clean, sucrose-like sweetness without metallic aftertaste. It is low-calorie, does not spike blood sugar and prevents tooth decay, perfect for zero/low-calorie food & beverages. Stable at pH 4.0–7.0 for cold & room-temperature drinks. Oriental Tongxiang provides high-quality aspartame in various mesh sizes. It can be compounded with Acesulfame K, Sucralose to offer sugar reduction solutions.
Key Product Specifications
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Specification |
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Product Name |
Aspartame |
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Molecular Formula |
C14H18N2O5 |
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CAS No. |
2839-47-0 |
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Raw Material |
Corn starch |
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Form |
Aspartame Granule 20-60 Mesh 60-100 Mesh |
Aspartame Powder 100 Mesh 200 Mesh |
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Appearance |
Aspartame is a white, crystalline powder or granular material that has a clean, sweet taste, it is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar |
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Assay (dried basis) |
98.0% to 102.0% |
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pH(0.8% solution) |
4.5-6.0 |
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Transmittance |
≥ 95% |
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Diketopiperazine |
≤ 1.5% |
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Residual Solvents |
Meet the requirements |
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Other related substances |
≤ 2.0% |
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Heavy metals (as Pb) |
≤10 ppm |
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Arsenic |
≤3 ppm |
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Lead |
≤1 ppm |
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Particle Size |
Through 100 mesh ≥ 90% |
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Packaging |
25-kg cardboard drums with one or two PE liner bags, or otherwise agreed upon. |
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Origin |
China |
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Documentation |
COA / TDS available |
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Application |
Beverages, Bakery, Dairy, Snack Food, Confectionery, Sports Nutrition, Dips & Sauces |
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Key Benefits of Aspartame
- High Sweetness & Low Dosage
Oriental Tongxiang Aspartame delivers sweetness 200 times that of regular sugar. Minimal addition meets target sweetness, cutting raw material, storage and freight cost for your bulk formulation.
- Sucrose-Like Clean Sweet Profile
This sweetener presents a natural sugar taste without bitter or metallic afternotes. It mixes well with other sweetening ingredients, simplifying taste tuning for your zero kcal sweetener formula.
- Zero Calorie Label Friendly
It carries negligible energy, supporting your low-sugar and sugar-free product lines. Oriental Tongxiang Aspartame helps you capture consumers looking for reduced-calorie options.
- Reliable Compliance & Full Document Support
We supply complete certification papers for customs and local market registration. Consistent batch quality helps you avoid production interruption and regulatory risks.
- Flexible Bulk Supply & Mixed Container Option
Stable large-volume output matches your production schedule. You can combine this item with other sweeteners in one shipment to optimize sea freight budget.
- Good Compatibility For Multiple Formats
Works smoothly in beverages, chewing gum and tabletop sweetener mixes. Uniform powder property brings stable dissolution performance on your production line.
Application Selection Guide
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Application |
Typical Addition Level |
Main Contribution |
Key Formulation Consideration |
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Ready-to-drink functional beverages (acidic, low heat fill) |
0.02–0.06% |
Sugar-like zero-calorie sweetness, clean taste, enhance fruit notes |
Sweetness onset, pH sensitivity, avoid prolonged high-heat sterilization, compatibility with acid ingredients |
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Low-sugar / Zero-sugar carbonated drinks |
0.015–0.05% |
Clean sucrose-like sweetness, no caloric load, good flavor boosting |
Shelf-life stability under acidic condition, avoid high-temperature processing, carbonation sensory matching |
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Powdered drink mixes & tabletop sweetener blends |
0.08–0.25% |
Rapid sweetness perception, good powder flowability, easy to blend |
Hygroscopicity, uniform mixing with other sweeteners, moisture barrier for packaging |
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Chewing gum & sugar-free confectionery (low moisture) |
0.05–0.18% |
Long-lasting sweetness, enhance mint/fruit flavour, reduce sugar |
Low moisture environment preferred, avoid high extrusion temperature, flavour release balance |
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Yogurt & fermented dairy (post-fermentation addition, mild pasteurization) |
0.015–0.04% |
Offset lactic sourness, zero calorie, clean sweet profile |
Fermentation pH range, avoid post-fermentation high heat, storage period sweetness retention |
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Oral care products (toothpaste, mouthwash) |
0.02–0.08% |
Pleasant sweetness, mask bitter herbal/active agent taste |
Surfactant compatibility, local regulatory dosage cap, avoid strong alkaline formula |
*All suggested dosages serve as a reference. The exact addition amount needs to be adjusted based on your real formulation and target taste profile.
Certifications & Compliance
Available certifications and compliance documentation may include:
- Halal
- Kosher
- ISO
- FSSC
- Non-GMO
- Organic
Certification availability depends on the specific product grade and production batch. Please contact us for current certificates and compliance documents.
Packaging & Supply
Standard commercial packaging can include:
Powder:
- 25 kg/carton,
- 6-8 MT per 20ft container
Granule:
- 25 kg/ carton,
- 10-11 MT per 20ft container
Bulk packaging options available upon request
For international B2B orders, buyers should confirm:
MOQ
Packaging format
Pallet configuration
Container loading quantity
Lead time
Shipping port
Storage requirements
For repeat orders, supply planning can also be discussed according to the buyer's annual consumption and delivery schedule.
FAQ
Q1: Will aspartame bring bitter or metallic aftertaste in finished products?
A: When dosed within our recommended addition range, Oriental Tongxiang Aspartame delivers a clean, sucrose-like taste with no obvious bitter or metallic notes. Overdosage, extreme pH or long-term storage degradation may trigger off-notes. You can blend it with Acesulfame K to optimize the sweetness curve.
Q2: Is aspartame heat-stable? Can I use it for baking or UHT sterilization?
A: Aspartame is sensitive to prolonged high heat. It works well for cold-fill beverages, post-fermentation addition for yogurt, chewing gum and dry powder blends. Long-time baking, retort or UHT processing will cause decomposition and sweetness loss, so it is not suggested for these scenarios.
Q3: What is the suitable pH range for aspartame?
A: It reaches best stability at pH 3.0–5.0, matching acidic carbonated drinks and fruit functional drinks. Sweetness declines rapidly under neutral or alkaline conditions, not recommended for high pH formulas.
Q4: Does aspartame affect blood sugar? Is it suitable for diabetic-oriented zero-sugar products?
A: Aspartame will not raise blood glucose levels, suitable for low-sugar and sugar-free products targeting consumers controlling sugar intake. Note that it contains phenylalanine, mandatory warning label is required for finished goods.
Q5: What specification forms do you supply?
Powder or granules?
A: We supply both fine powder and free-flowing granules. Powder dissolves faster for liquid beverages; granules have better anti-caking performance, ideal for tabletop sweetener blends and powdered drink mixes. Custom mesh size is available upon request.
Q6: Can you provide full documents for India customs clearance and registration?
A: Yes. We provide COA, food grade certificate, packing list, invoice and other supporting files. All batches comply with FCC / JECFA specification. It is the buyer's responsibility to confirm local FSSAI usage limits before production.
Q7: What is your MOQ and can we mix it with other sweeteners in one container?
A: Standard MOQ is 25kg. Mixed container loading with sucralose, acesulfame K or monk fruit extract is supported, to help you save sea freight cost. Stable bulk supply is available for recurring orders.
Q8: Can aspartame be mixed with other high-intensity sweeteners?
A: Yes. It creates good synergy with Acesulfame K. The combination improves sweetness onset and reduces single-component dosage, achieving a more balanced sugar-like taste profile.
Q9: What is the shelf life of your aspartame? How to store it?
A: Shelf life is 24 months under sealed, cool and dry storage. Keep away from moisture and direct high-temperature environment; moisture will accelerate hydrolysis and sweetness reduction.
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