Makeutusaineryhmät
Makeutusaineryhmät refers to the classification of artificial sweeteners based on their chemical structure and properties. These groups help in understanding their characteristics, regulatory status, and applications in the food industry. The primary groups include peptide-based sweeteners, carbohydrate derivatives, and glycosides.
Peptide-based sweeteners, such as aspartame, are composed of amino acids. They are known for their clean taste
Carbohydrate derivative sweeteners, like cyclamates and saccharins, are chemically synthesized compounds. Saccharin, one of the oldest
Glycoside sweeteners are derived from natural plant sources and include steviol glycosides (e.g., stevia) and mogrosides
Each group has distinct properties regarding sweetness intensity, taste, stability, and approved usage levels. Regulatory bodies