Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that is found naturally in small amounts in some fruits and vegetables that is also used as a low-calorie sweetener.

Erythritol

Found In

  • Baked goods
  • Candy and desserts
  • Diet sodas
  • Energy drinks
  • Flavored water beverages
  • Low-sugar juice drinks
  • Sugar-free gum

Also Known As

  •  Sugar Alcohol
  •  Polyol

The Beverage Bottom Line

Erythritol is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.

 

This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.

International Assessments and Authorizations

U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)

Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS FDA-Notified)

From 2001 to 2019, FDA issued no objections to GRAS Notices (76, 208, 382, 401 and 789) filed on erythritol.

In 1996, FDA approved a health claim for erythritol, a non-cariogenic carbohydrate sugar substitute, and the benefits in reducing the risk of or not promoting tooth decay.

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European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

Safe for intended uses. [additive] 

Safety reaffirmed in 2023.

In 2011a and 2011b, EFSA evaluated health claims related to Erythritol and either lower blood glucose rise after consumption or maintenance of tooth mineralization.

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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)

Safe for intended uses.

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Health Canada

Safe for intended uses.

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This page was last updated on 2/25/2026.