Acesulfame-K (AK)

Acesulfame-k
Molecular Formula: C4H4KNO4S
M. W.: 201.24
CAS No.: 55589-62-3
Specification:
Solubility in alcohol: Slightly soluble
Ultraviolet absorption: 225-229nm
Test for potassium: Positive
Precipitation test: Yellow precipitate
Assay (titrimetric method: 99-101%
Potassium: 17-21%
Loss on drying: 1%max
Organic impurities: 20ppm max
Fluorides: 3ppm max
Heavy metals: 5ppm max
Lead: 1ppm max
As: 3ppm max
Selenium: 30ppm max
PH of 1 in 100 solution: 6.5-7.5%
Application:
It has the potential to be used in al areas where sweeteners are presently used.
Carbonated beverages Ice-cream Confectionery
Non-carbonated beverages Desserts, gelatins Chewing gum
Fruit nectars Fruit preserves Marinated fish
Beverage concentrates Marmalade and jam Toothpaste
Table-top sweeteners Baked goods Pharmaceuticals
Dairy products Pickled vegetables
Packed in 25kgs per drum