Is Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K) safe during pregnancy?

Sweets & sweeteners

Not recommended in pregnancy (Indian label warning)

FSSAI requires foods with added acesulfame potassium to carry a warning that they are not recommended for pregnant and lactating mothers.[1]

What official sources say

FSSAI: Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020 - Compendium Version VIII, Reg. 9 (warnings/declarations)

  • Not recommended for children; pregnant and lactating mothers" (if Acesulfame potassium is added)[1]
  • Not recommended for phenylketonurics; for children; pregnant and lactating mothers (if Aspartame-Acesulfame salt is added)[1]

Sources

  1. FSSAI: Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020 - Compendium Version VIII, Reg. 9 (warnings/declarations) · fssai.gov.in. Statutory regulation published in the Gazette of India; quoted.

Sources checked 26 September 2026.

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