WASHINGTON NEWS

FDA approves Ace-K as general-purpose sweetener
On Dec. 31 2003, the FDA amended the food additive regulations to provide for the safe use of acesulfame potassium as a general-purpose sweetener and flavor enhancer in food, not including meat and poultry. This action is in response to a food additive petition filed by Nutrinova, Inc. It will simplify the existing regulations by replacing all of the currently listed uses of with a single-use category for food. For more information, see the Federal …