E-number  · E968

E968 — Erythritol

Sugar alcohol from corn fermentation. Vegan.

The entry Reference notes, kept short.

What it is

E968 is erythritol, a sugar alcohol produced by fermenting plant sugars (usually from corn).

Why it matters

The go-to bulking agent for stevia tabletop sweeteners. Also in sugar-free baked goods and "keto-friendly" products. ~70% as sweet as sugar with essentially zero calories.

What to do

Always vegan.

Sources Where the entry is drawn from.
  • Vegan Society additives database