E960

E960 , Steviol Glycosides

Low risk sweetener

Why this classification

Plant-based sweetener. EFSA 2010: safe.

Products containing E960

Pépites aux éclats de chocolat

dukan

C

Roasted granola with chocolate & banana

happy creations

C

Formula 1 nutrional shake mix

herbalife nutrition

C

Boisson Nutritionnelle

herbalife nutrition

C

Whey protein cookies & cream

decathlon

C

Whey protein chocolat

decathlon

C

Whey Isolate Native Vanille

nutri co

C

Protein Pancake Mix

nu3

C

Whey* - Goût Chocolat. *WHEY = Protéines de lactosérum.

auchan eat n move whey

C

Electrolytes

baouw

C

Common uses in industrial food

Steviol Glycosides (E960) is used by food manufacturers for replacing sugar in low-calorie drinks, dairy desserts, chewing gum and tabletop sweeteners. It is most often listed in the ingredient panel as E960, Steviol Glycosides, or under one of its trade names. On a NutriDécrypte product page, this additive contributes to the additives axis (20% of the overall A to E grade), and triggers a label warning when its EFSA risk level is medium or high.

If you want to limit your exposure to this additive, the simplest tactic is to read the ingredients list (not just the front-of-pack), and to favour products graded A or B in our independent catalog. Less processed, NOVA-1 or NOVA-2 categories rarely contain it.

Related additives in the same family

Other E-numbers classified as sweetener in the EU food additives registry. Their risk profile and behaviour on a label are often similar.

Frequently asked questions

Is E960 (Steviol Glycosides) safe?

EFSA classifies the risk level of E960 as low risk in its latest review. Always read the latest official opinion before drawing conclusions for your own diet, and consult a registered dietitian for medical questions.

What is E960 typically used for?

Food manufacturers use Steviol Glycosides primarily for replacing sugar in low-calorie drinks, dairy desserts, chewing gum and tabletop sweeteners. You will most often find it in ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4) and rarely in unprocessed or minimally processed products (NOVA 1 or 2).

How can I avoid E960 on a label?

Look for the code E960 or its full name Steviol Glycosides in the ingredients list, usually printed in small font on the back of the pack. Cooking from raw ingredients, choosing NOVA-1 or NOVA-2 alternatives, and using the NutriDécrypte rankings to filter by grade A or B are the three most reliable strategies.