Lactitol

E number E966INS 966

Listed as a sweetener by Canada, Codex and the EU.

Listed as sweeteners (CA, EU, Codex) · emulsifiers (Codex) · thickeners (Codex)
Chemical structure of Lactitol, from PubChem compound 157355
Structure from PubChem CID 157355 (National Library of Medicine, public domain). A depiction of one compound: where a listing covers a family, or a substance has no single structure, this page shows none.

Lactitol is a sugar alcohol about a third as sweet as sugar, used as a bulk sweetener in sugar-free confectionery and baked goods.

Where it is and isn’t permitted

Status of Lactitol by jurisdiction. Every jurisdiction this site covers is listed, including those where the substance does not appear.
JurisdictionStatusScope and limitsCitation
Australia and New ZealandFood Standards Australia New ZealandPermitted, with conditions

54 food categories

no numerical limit (good manufacturing practice)

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  • 0 Preparations of food additives — GMP
  • 1.1.1 Liquid milk (including buttermilk) — GMPOnly UHT goats milk.
  • 1.1.2 Liquid milk products and flavoured liquid milk — GMP
  • 1.2.2 Fermented milk products and rennetted milk products — GMP
  • 1.3 Condensed milk and evaporated milk — GMP
  • 1.4.1 Cream, reduced cream and light cream — GMPOnly UHT creams and creams receiving equivalent or greater heat treatments.
  • 1.4.2 Cream products (flavoured, whipped, thickened, sour cream etc) — GMP
  • 1.5 Dried milk, milk powder, cream powder — GMP
  • 1.6 Cheese and cheese products — GMP
  • 10.2 Liquid egg products — GMP
  • 10.3 Frozen egg products — GMP
  • 10.4 Dried or heat coagulated egg products — GMP
  • 11.1.1 Rainbow sugar — GMP
  • 11.3.1 Dried honey — GMP
  • 11.4 Tabletop sweeteners — GMP
  • 12.1.2 Reduced sodium salt mixture — GMP
  • 12.1.3 Salt substitute — GMP
  • 12.5 Yeast and yeast products — GMP
  • 12.6 Vegetable protein products — GMP
  • 13.3 Formulated meal replacements and formulated supplementary foods — GMP
  • 13.4 Formulated supplementary sports foods — GMP
  • 13.5 Food for special medical purposes — GMP
  • 14.1.1.2 Carbonated, mineralised and soda waters — GMP
  • 14.1.2.1 Fruit and vegetable juices — GMPFor juice separated by other than mechanical means only.
  • 14.1.2.2 Fruit and vegetable juice products — GMP
  • 14.1.3 Water based flavoured drinks — GMP
  • 14.1.4 Formulated Beverages — GMP
  • 14.1.5 Coffee, coffee substitutes, tea, herbal infusions and similar products — GMP
  • 14.2.3 Wine based drinks and reduced alcohol wines — GMP
  • 14.2.4.1 Fruit wine products and vegetable wine products — GMP
  • 14.2.5 Spirits and liqueurs — GMP
  • 14.3 Alcoholic beverages not included in item 14.2 — GMP
  • 2.1 Edible oils essentially free of water — GMP
  • 2.2.1.2 Butter products — GMP
  • 2.2.1.3 Margarine and similar products — GMP
  • 2.2.2 Oil emulsions (<80% oil) — GMP
  • 20 Foods not included in items 0 to 14 — GMP
  • 3 Ice cream and edible ices — GMP
  • 4.1.3 Fruits and vegetables that are peeled, cut, or both peeled and cut — GMP
  • 4.3 Processed fruits and vegetables — GMP
  • 5.1 Chocolate and cocoa products — GMP
  • 5.2 Sugar confectionery — GMP
  • 5.4 Icings and frostings — GMP
  • 6.3 Processed cereal and meal products — GMP
  • 6.4 Flour products (including noodles and pasta) — GMP
  • 7 Breads and bakery products — GMP
  • 8.2 Processed meat, poultry and game products in whole cuts or pieces — GMP
  • 8.3 Processed comminuted meat, poultry and game products, other than products listed in item 8.3.2 — GMP
  • 8.3.2 Sausage and sausage meat containing raw, unprocessed meat — GMP
  • 8.4 Edible casings — GMP
  • 8.5 Animal protein products — GMP
  • 9.2 Processed fish and fish products — GMP
  • 9.3 Semi preserved fish and fish products — GMP
  • 9.4 Fully preserved fish including canned fish products — GMP
Food Standards Code, Schedule 15, S15—5and 53 further provisionsretrieved 2026-10-17
CanadaHealth CanadaPermitted

no numerical limit (good manufacturing practice)

In: Unstandardized foods. Purpose: Sweetener. Limit: Good Manufacturing Practice.

Health Canada, List of Permitted Sweeteners (List 9), item L.1retrieved 2026-10-17
European UnionEuropean Commission / EFSAPermitted, with conditions

94 food categories

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  • 1.3 unflavoured fermented milk products heat-treated after fermentation — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 1.4 flavoured fermented milk products including heat-treated products — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 1.4 flavoured fermented milk products including heat-treated products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced products or with no added sugar.
  • 1.6.3 other creams — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 1.7.1 unripened cheese excluding products falling in category 16Permitted as a member of Group I, Additives. except mozzarella.
  • 1.7.5 processed cheese — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML =10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid;E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressedas guanylic acid.
  • 1.7.6 cheese products (excluding products falling in category 16) — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 1.8 Dairy analogues, including beverage whiteners — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 10.2 processed eggs and egg products — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML =10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid;E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressedas guanylic acid.
  • 11.2 Other sugars and syrups — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 11.4.1 table-top sweeteners in liquid form — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 11.4.2 table-top sweeteners in powder form — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 11.4.3 table-top sweeteners in tablets — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 12.1.2 salt substitutes — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.2.2 Seasonings and condiments — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.3 Vinegars and diluted acetic acid (diluted with water to 4-30 % by volume) — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.4 Mustard — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.4 Mustard — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 12.5 Soups and broths — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.6 Sauces — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.6 Sauces — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 12.7 Salads and savoury-based sandwich spreads — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.8 Yeast and yeast products — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 12.9 Protein products excluding products covered in category 1 8 — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 13.2 Foods for special medical purposes as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 (excluding products from food category 13.1.5.) — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 13.2 Foods for special medical purposes as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 (excluding products from food category 13.1.5.) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 13.3 Total diet replacement for weight control food as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 13.3 Total diet replacement for weight control food as defined by Regulation (EU) No 609/2013 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 14.1.2 Fruit juices as defined by Directive 2001/112/EC and vegetable juicesPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. only vegetable juices.
  • 14.1.3 Fruit nectars as defined by Directive 2001/112/EC and vegetable nectars and similar productsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. only vegetable nectars, E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.1.4 Flavoured_drinksPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E 421, E 953, E 965, E 966 and E 967 may not be used E 968 may not be used except where specifically provided for in this food category.
  • 14.1.5.2 otherPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. excluding unflavoured leaf tea; including flavoured instant coffee; E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used in drinks.
  • 14.2.3 Cider and perryPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.4 Fruit wine and made winePermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.5 MeadPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.6 Spirit drinks as defined in Regulation (EU) 2019/787Permitted as a member of Group I, Additives. except whisky or whiskey; E 420, E421, E 953, E 965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used except in liqueurs.
  • 14.2.7.1 Aromatised winesPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.7.2 Aromatised wine-based drinksPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.7.3 Aromatised wine-product cocktailsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.8 Other alcoholic beverages including mixtures of alcoholic beverages with non-alcoholic beverages and other alcoholic beverages based on distilled alcohol with alcoholic strength by volume less than 15 %Permitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 420, E421, E 953, E 965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 15.1 Potato- cereal- flour- or starch-based snacks — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 15.2 Processed nuts — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 16 Desserts excluding products covered in category 1 3 and 4 — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 16 Desserts excluding products covered in category 1 3 and 4 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 17.1 food supplements supplied in a solid form excluding food supplements for infants and young children’,Permitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 410, E 412, E 415, E 417 and E 425 may not be used to produce dehydrated food supplements intended to rehydrate on ingestion.
  • 17.1 food supplements supplied in a solid form excluding food supplements for infants and young children’, — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 17.2 food supplements supplied in a liquid form excluding food supplements for Infants and young children — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 17.2 food supplements supplied in a liquid form excluding food supplements for Infants and young children — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 18 Processed foods not covered by categories 1 to 17 — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 18.1 Processed foods not covered by categories 18.2 and 18.3, excluding foods for infants and young children — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 18.2 Meal replacement for weight control as referred to in Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 18.2 Meal replacement for weight control as referred to in Commission Regulation (EU) No 432/2012 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 18.3 Food specially produced to reduce the gluten content of gluten-containing ingredients or substitute the gluten-containing ingredientsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. Including dry pasta.
  • 18.3 Food specially produced to reduce the gluten content of gluten-containing ingredients or substitute the gluten-containing ingredients — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 2.2.2 Other fat and oil emulsions including spreads as defined by Regulation (EC) No 1234/2007 and liquid emulsions — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 2.3 Vegetable oil pan spray — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 3 edible ices — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 3 edible ices — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.1 dried fruit and vegetablesPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. E 410, E 412, E 415 and E 417 may not be used to produce dehydrated foods intended to rehydrate on ingestion.
  • 4.2.2 fruit and vegetables in vinegar oil or brine — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 4.2.4.1 fruit and vegetable preparations excluding compote — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 4.2.4.1 fruit and vegetable preparations excluding compote — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar, with the exception of those intended for the manufacture of fruit-juice based drinks.
  • 4.2.5.1 Extra jam and extra jelly as defined by Directive 2001/113/EC — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced jams, jellies, marmalades or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.5.2 Jam, jellies and marmalades and sweetened chestnut puree as defined by Directive 2001/113/EC — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.5.3 other similar fruit or vegetable spreads — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.5.4 nut butters and nut spreads — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 4.2.6 processed potato products — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 5.1 Cocoa and chocolate products as covered by Directive 2000/36/ECPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. only energy-reduced or with no added sugars.
  • 5.1 Cocoa and chocolate products as covered by Directive 2000/36/EC — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 5.2 Other confectionery including breath freshening micro-sweetsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. The substances listed under numbers E 400, E 401, E 402, E 403, E 404, E 406, E 407, 407a, E 410, E 412, E 413, E 414, E 415, E 417, E 418, E 425 and E 440 may not be used in jelly mini-cups, defined, for the purpose of this Regulation, as jelly confectionery of a firm consistence, contained in semi rigid mini-cups or mini-capsules, intended to be ingested in a single bite by exerting pressure on the mini-cups or mini-capsule to project the confectionery into the mouth; E 410, E 412, E 415 E 417 may not be used to produce dehydrated foods intended to rehydrate on ingestion. E425 may not be used in jelly confectionery.
  • 5.2 Other confectionery including breath freshening micro-sweets — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only with no added sugar.
  • 5.3 chewing gum — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 5.3 chewing gum — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only with no added sugar.
  • 5.4 Decorations, coatings and fillings, except fruit-based fillings covered by category 4.2.4 — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 5.4 Decorations, coatings and fillings, except fruit-based fillings covered by category 4.2.4 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only decorations, coatings and fillings with not added sugar.
  • 6.2.2 starches — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 6.3 breakfast cereals — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 6.3 breakfast cereals — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only breakfast cereals or cereal-based products, energy reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 6.4.2 Dry pasta — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 6.4.4 Potato GnocchiPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. except fresh refrigerated potato gnocchi.
  • 6.4.5 fillings of stuffed pasta (ravioli and similar) — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 6.5 Noodles — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 6.6 Batters — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 6.7 pre-cooked or processed cereals — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 7.1 Bread and rollsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. except products in 7.1.1 and 7.1.2.
  • 7.2 Fine bakery wares — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 7.2 Fine bakery wares — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 8.3.1 Non-heat-treated processed meat — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 8.3.2 Heat-treated meat productsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. except foie gras, foie gras entier, blocs de foie gras, Libamáj, libamáj egészben, libamáj tömbben.
  • 8.3.3 Casings and coatings and decorations for meat — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 9.1.1 Unprocessed fish — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only frozen and deep-frozen unprocessed fish for purposes other than sweetening.
  • 9.1.2 Unprocessed molluscs and crustaceans — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV, Polyols. quantum satis. only frozen and deep-frozen unprocessed crustaceans, molluscs and cephalopods; for purposes other than sweetening.
  • 9.2 Processed fish and fishery products including molluscs and crustaceans — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. ML = quantum satis; except E 425 ML = 10000 mg/kg; E 620 to E 625, ML = 10000 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as glutamic acid; E 626 to E 635, ML = 500 mg/kg individually or in combination, expressed as guanylic acid.
  • 9.3 fish roePermitted as a member of Group I, Additives. only processed fish roe.
Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, Annex IIand 93 further provisionsretrieved 2026-10-18
Great BritainFood Standards Agency / Food Standards ScotlandPermitted, with conditions

91 food categories

Show every food category
  • 1.3 Unflavoured fermented milk products, heat-treated after fermentation — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 1.4 Flavoured fermented milk products including heat-treated products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 1.4 Flavoured fermented milk products including heat-treated products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced products or with no added sugar.
  • 1.6.3 Other creams — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 1.7.1 Unripened cheese excluding products falling in category 16 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). except mozzarella.
  • 1.7.5 Processed cheese — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 1.7.6 Cheese products (excluding products falling in category 16) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 1.8 Dairy analogues, including beverage whiteners — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 10.2 Processed eggs and egg products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 11.2 Other sugars and syrups — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 11.4.1 Table-top sweeteners in liquid form — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 11.4.2 Table-top sweeteners in powder form — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 11.4.3 Table-top sweeteners in tablets — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 12.1.2 Salt substitutes — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.2.2 Seasonings and condiments — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.3 Vinegars and diluted acetic acid (diluted with water to 4-30 % by volume) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.4 Mustard — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.4 Mustard — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 12.5 Soups and broths — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.6 Sauces — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.6 Sauces — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 12.7 Salads and savoury based sandwich spreads — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.8 Yeast and yeast products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 12.9 Protein products, excluding products covered in category 1.8 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 13.2 Dietary foods for special medical purposes defined in Directive 1999/21/EC (excluding products from food category 13.1.5) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 13.2 Dietary foods for special medical purposes defined in Directive 1999/21/EC (excluding products from food category 13.1.5) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 13.3 Dietary foods for weight control diets intended to replace total daily food intake or an individual meal (the whole or part of the total daily diet) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 13.3 Dietary foods for weight control diets intended to replace total daily food intake or an individual meal (the whole or part of the total daily diet) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 13.4 Foods suitable for people intolerant to gluten as defined by Commission Regulation (EC) No 41/2009 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). including dry pasta.
  • 13.4 Foods suitable for people intolerant to gluten as defined by Commission Regulation (EC) No 41/2009 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 14.1.2 Fruit juices as defined by Directive 2001/112/EC and vegetable juices — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). only vegetable juices.
  • 14.1.3 Fruit nectars as defined by Directive 2001/112/EC and vegetable nectars and similar products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). only vegetable nectars, E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.1.4 Flavoured drinks — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E 421, E 953, E 965, E 966 and E 967 may not be used E 968 may not be used except where specifically provided for in this food category.
  • 14.1.5.2 Other — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). excluding unflavoured leaf tea; including flavoured instant coffee; E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used in drinks.
  • 14.2.3 Cider and perry — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.4 Fruit wine and made wine — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.5 Mead — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.6 Spirit drinks as defined in Regulation (EC) No 110/2008 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). except whisky or whiskey; E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used except in liqueurs.
  • 14.2.7.1 Aromatised wines — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.7.2 Aromatised wine-based drinks — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.7.3 Aromatised wine-product cocktails — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 14.2.8 Other alcoholic drinks including mixtures of alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic drinks and spirits with less than 15 % of alcohol — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 420, E421, E 953, E965, E 966, E 967 and E 968 may not be used.
  • 15.1 Potato-, cereal-, flour- or starch-based snacks — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 15.2 Processed nuts — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 16 Desserts excluding products covered in categories 1, 3 and 4 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 16 Desserts excluding products covered in categories 1, 3 and 4 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 17.1 Food supplements supplied in a solid form, excluding food supplements for infants and young children — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 410, E 412, E 415, E 417 and E 425 may not be used to produce dehydrated food supplements intended to rehydrate on ingestion.
  • 17.1 Food supplements supplied in a solid form, excluding food supplements for infants and young children — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 17.2 Food supplements supplied in a liquid form, excluding food supplements for infants and young children — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 17.2 Food supplements supplied in a liquid form, excluding food supplements for infants and young children — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis.
  • 18 Processed foods not covered by categories 1 to 17, excluding foods for infants and young children — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 2.2.2 Other fat and oil emulsions including spreads as defined by Regulation (EC) No 1234/2007 and liquid emulsions — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 2.3 Vegetable oil pan spray — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 3 Edible ices — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 3 Edible ices — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.1 Dried fruit and vegetables — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). E 410, E 412, E 415 E 417 may not be used to produce dehydrated foods intended to rehydrate on ingestion.
  • 4.2.2 Fruit and vegetables in vinegar, oil, or brine — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 4.2.4.1 Fruit and vegetable preparations excluding compote — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 4.2.4.1 Fruit and vegetable preparations excluding compote — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar, with the exception of those intended for the manufacture of fruit-juice based drinks.
  • 4.2.5.1 Extra jam and extra jelly as defined by Directive 2001/113/EC — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced jams, jellies, marmalades or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.5.2 Jam, jellies and marmalades and sweetened chestnut puree as defined by Directive 2001/113/EC — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.5.3 Other similar fruit or vegetable spreads — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 4.2.5.4 Nut butters and nut spreads — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 4.2.6 Processed potato products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 5.1 Cocoa and chocolate products as covered by Directive 2000/36/EC — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 5.1 Cocoa and chocolate products as covered by Directive 2000/36/EC — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 5.2 Other confectionery including breath refreshening microsweets — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). The substances listed under numbers E 400, E 401, E 402, E 403, E 404, E 406, E 407, 407a, E 410, E 412, E 413, E 414, E 415, E 417, E 418, E 425 and E 440 may not be used in jelly mini-cups, defined, for the purpose of this Regulation, as jelly confectionery of a firm consistence, contained in semi rigid mini-cups or mini-capsules, intended to be ingested in a single bite by exerting pressure on the mini-cups or mini-capsule to project the confectionery into the mouth; E 410, E 412, E 415 E 417 may not be used to produce dehydrated foods intended to rehydrate on ingestion. E425 may not be used in jelly confectionery.
  • 5.2 Other confectionery including breath refreshening microsweets — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. (1) quantum satis: only with no added sugar; (2) quantum satis: only starch-based confectionery energy-reduced or with no added sugar; (3) quantum satis: sandwich spreads made with a base of cocoa, milk, dried fruit or fat; energy reduced or with no added sugar; (4) quantum satis: only cocoa-based or dried fruit-based confectionery, energy-reduced or with no added sugar; (5) quantum satis: only for crystallised fruit, energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 5.3 Chewing gum — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 5.3 Chewing gum — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only with no added sugar.
  • 5.4 Decorations, coatings and fillings, except fruit based fillings covered by category 4.2.4 — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 5.4 Decorations, coatings and fillings, except fruit based fillings covered by category 4.2.4 — several limitsPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. (1) quantum satis: only decorations, coatings and fillings with not added sugar; (2) quantum satis: only sauces.
  • 6.2.2 Starches — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 6.3 Breakfast cereals — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 6.3 Breakfast cereals — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only breakfast cereals or cereal-based products, energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 6.4.2 Dry pasta — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). only gluten free and/or pasta intended for hypoproteic diets in accordance with Directive 2009/39/EC.
  • 6.4.4 Potato gnocchi — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). except fresh refrigerated potato gnocchi.
  • 6.4.5 Fillings of stuffed pasta (ravioli and similar) — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 6.5 Noodles — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 6.6 Batters — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 6.7 Pre-cooked or processed cereals — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 7.1 Bread and rolls — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). except products in 7.1.1 and 7.1.2.
  • 7.2 Fine bakery wares — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 7.2 Fine bakery wares — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only energy-reduced or with no added sugar.
  • 8.3.1 Non-heat-treated meat products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 8.3.2 Heat-treated meat products — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). except foie gras, foie gras entier, blocs de foie gras, Libamáj, libamáj egészben, libamáj tömbben.
  • 8.3.3 Casings and coatings and decorations for meat — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 9.1.1 Unprocessed fish — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only frozen and deep-frozen unprocessed fish for purposes other than sweetening.
  • 9.1.2 Unprocessed molluscs and crustaceans — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group IV: Polyols. quantum satis. only frozen and deep-frozen unprocessed crustaceans, molluscs and cephalopods; for purposes other than sweetening.
  • 9.2 Processed fish and fishery products including mollusks and crustaceans — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening).
  • 9.3 Fish roe — quantum satisPermitted as a member of Group I. Maximum level: Quantum satis (for purpose other than sweetening). only processed fish roe.
Assimilated Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008, Annex II (as at 28 June 2024)and 90 further provisionsretrieved 2026-10-18
JapanConsumer Affairs AgencyNo listing matchedThis site imports only Japan’s list of designated additives (Appended Table 1 to the Regulations for Enforcement of the Food Sanitation Act), matched by English name. Existing additives, natural flavouring agents and ordinary foods used as additives are permitted outside that list and are not imported, so an empty row does not show that Japan does not permit the substance.
South KoreaMinistry of Food and Drug SafetyPermitted, with conditions
Designated food additive: Standards and Specifications for Food Additives, Part III, 1. …

Designated food additive: Standards and Specifications for Food Additives, Part III, 1. 일반식품첨가물 (general food additives), 락티톨 (“Lactitol”, the English the Code prints beside it). Main use (주용도) of 락티톨: 감미료, 습윤제. Standard for use (사용기준) of 락티톨: (1) [to be used under the general standard for use in II. 2. 1), the minimum amount that achieves the technical effect, with no limit set for this additive in particular] “II. 2. 1)의 규정에 따라 사용하여야 한다.” The Korean is the standard as published. There is no official English translation of the current Code (the English version on MFDS’s website is the 2020 edition and has no legal effect); the English in square brackets is this site’s description of what each sentence does, not a translation of the foods or the levels. Compositional specifications (Part IV) are not imported, nor are the general standards in Part II, which apply to every additive.

Standards and Specifications for Food Additives (식품첨가물의 기준 및 규격), MFDS Notification, Part III (Standards for use, by item)retrieved 2026-10-18
United StatesFood and Drug AdministrationNot listedDoes not appear on this jurisdiction’s permitted list. That is not the same as being prohibited.
Codex AlimentariusCodex Alimentarius Commission / JECFAPermitted, with conditions

2 food categories

no numerical limit (good manufacturing practice)

Show every food category and its notes
  • 11.4 Other sugars and syrups (e.g. xylose, maple syrup, sugar toppings) — GMP
    • Note 258 Excluding maple syrup.
    • Note 477 Some Codex Members allow use of additives with sweetener function in all foods within this Food Category while others limit additives with sweetener function to those foods with significant energy reduction or no added sugars.
  • 12.2.2 Seasonings and condiments — GMP
    • Note 477 Some Codex Members allow use of additives with sweetener function in all foods within this Food Category while others limit additives with sweetener function to those foods with significant energy reduction or no added sugars.
CXS 192-1995 Table Three, INS 966and 2 further provisionsretrieved 2026-09-07

How much is permitted

A listing usually limits the quantity as well as the food. Only one of the forms that takes is a figure: quantum satis and good manufacturing practice permit the amount the technological effect requires and no more, which is a limit rather than the absence of one. Figures below are the range across every food category this page is listed in, and categories differ between regulators — see how much is permitted.

Australia and New Zealand—54 GMP
Canada—1 GMP
European Union—46 several limits, 26 quantum satis, 22 no quantity stated
Great Britain—2 several limits, 89 quantum satis
South Korea—1 no quantity stated
Codex Alimentarius—3 GMP

No regulator sets a figure for Lactitol. That is not an absence of control: where the listing says quantum satis or good manufacturing practice, the quantity is limited to what the effect requires.

What a label must say

Words a food containing Lactitol is obliged to carry, quoted from the instrument that imposes them. A required statement is a fact about the regulation, not a finding about the substance — every rule below applies where the additive is authorised.

Every rule collected at what a label must say.

What it is made from

Made by hydrogenating lactose, the sugar of milk. That makes it the only common polyol with a dairy-derived starting material.

  • Not vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • May raise a kosher question

Compare other additives on the dietary indexes.

Allergen labelling

  • Annex II exception for milk. Made from lactose, a milk sugar. Annex II item 7(b) names lactitol as an exception to the milk declaration.

The EU’s list of allergens an ingredients list must emphasise is Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011, Annex II (consolidated text of 1 April 2025). Whether a product must declare one depends on what its additive was actually made from, which the label may not show; see the allergen origin index.

InChIKey
VQHSOMBJVWLPSR-JVCRWLNRSA-N
PubChem
CID 157355

The two specifications, compared

The European Union sets identity and purity by regulation; JECFA publishes its own through FAO, advisory until a country adopts it. Both documents are below in full. These are the parameters each puts a number on.

ParameterEuropean UnionJECFA
Assayno less than 95 %no less than 95 %
Sulphated ashno more than 0.1 %no more than 0.1 %
Leadno more than 1 mg/kgno more than 1 mg/kg
Arsenicno more than 3 mg/kg—

The two documents state the same figures for every parameter compared here.

How the EU defines it

The legal specification an additive must meet to be sold as this E number in the EU — what it is, how it may be made, and the purity it must reach. From Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012.

E 966 Lactitol

Lactitol is manufactured via catalytic hydrogenation of lactose

Synonyms: Lactit; Lactositol; Lactobiosit

Assay, identification and purity criteria

Description and assay

Einecs
209-566-5
Chemical name
4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucitol
Chemical formula
C₁₂H₂₄O₁₁
Molecular weight
344,3
Assay
Not less than 95 % on the dry weight basis
Description
Crystalline powder or colourless solution. Crystalline products occur in anhydrous, monohydrate and dihydrate forms. Nickel is used as a catalyst.

Identification

Solubility
Very soluble in water
Specific rotation
[α]D ²⁰ = + 13° to + 16° calculated on the anhydrous basis (10 % w/v aqueous solution)

Purity criteria

Water content
Crystalline products; not more than 10,5 % (Karl Fischer method)
Other polyols
Not more than 2,5 % (on the anhydrous basis)
Reducing sugars
Not more than 0,2 % (expressed as glucose on dry weight basis)
Chlorides
Not more than 100 mg/kg (expressed on dry weight basis)
Sulphates
Not more than 200 mg/kg (expressed on dry weight basis)
Sulphated ash
Not more than 0,1 % (expressed on dry weight basis)
Nickel
Not more than 2 mg/kg (expressed on dry weight basis)
Arsenic
Not more than 3 mg/kg (expressed on dry weight basis
Lead
Not more than 1 mg/kg (expressed on dry weight basis)

Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012, Annex, E 966

How JECFA defines it

The international specification for identity and purity, prepared by the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives and published by FAO. It is a different document from any above, written by a different body and revised on its own cycle; it is advisory, and a country adopts it or does not.

INS 966 Lactitol

Synonyms: Lactit, lactositol, lactobiosit, INS No. 966 Lactit; Lactobiosit; Lactositol

Assay, identification and purity criteria

Description and assay

Specification history
Prepared at the 46th JECFA (1996), published in FNP 52 Add 4 (1996) superseding specifications prepared at the 33rd JECFA (1988), published in FNP 38 (1988). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 57th JECFA (2001), An ADI 'not specified' was established at the 27th JECFA (1983)
Chemical names
4-O-ß-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucitol
C.A.S. number
585-86-4
Chemical formula
C 12 H 24 O 11
Formula weight
344.32
Assay
Not less than 95.0% and not more than 102.0% on the anhydrous basis
DESCRIPTION
Sweet tasting crystalline powders or colourless solutions; crystalline products occur in both monohydrate and dihydrate forms
FUNCTIONAL USES
Sweetener, texturiser

Identification

Solubility (Vol. 4)
Very soluble in water
Specific rotation (Vol. 4)
[alpha] 25, D: Between +13 and +15º (10% w/v aqueous solution)
Main peak in HPLC
The main HPLC peak exhibited by the sample in the assay has the same elution time as that of the lactitol standard See Method of Assay

Purity criteria

Water (Vol. 4)
Crystalline products: Not more than 10.5% (Karl Fischer Method) Solutions: Not more than 31% (Karl Fischer Method)
Sulfated ash (Vol. 4)
Not more than 0.1% on the anhydrous basis Test 2 g (anhydrous basis) (Method I)
Chlorides (Vol. 4)
Not more than 100 mg/kg on the anhydrous basis Test an amount of sample equivalent to 10 g of the anhydrous substance by the Limit Test using 3.0 ml of 0.01N hydrochloric acid in the standard
Sulfates (Vol. 4)
Not more than 200 mg/kg on the anhydrous basis Test an amount of sample equivalent to 10 g of the anhydrous substance by the Limit Test using 4.0 ml of 0.01N sulfuric acid in the standard
Other polyols
Not more than 2.5% on the anhydrous basis See Method of Assay
Reducing sugars
Not more than 0.1% Proceed as directed under Reducing Substances (as glucose), Method II . The weight of cuprous oxide shall not exceed 20 mg.
Nickel
Not more than 2 mg/kg See description under TESTS
Lead (Vol. 4)
Not more than 1 mg/kg Determine using an atomic absorption technique appropriate to the specified level. The selection of sample size and method of sample preparation may be based on the principles of the method described in Volume 4, “Instrumental Methods.”
Test: Nickel
Test solution Dissolve 20.0 g of the substance to be examined in a mixture of equal volumes of dilute acetic acid TS* and water and dilute to 100 ml with the same mixture of solvents. Add 2.0 ml of a 1% w/v solution of ammonium pyrrolidinedithiocarbamate and 10 ml of methyl isobutyl ketone. Mix and allow the layers to separate and use the methyl isobutyl ketone layer. Standard solution Prepare three standard solutions in the same manner as the test solution but adding 0.5 ml, 1.0 ml, and 1.5 ml, respectively, of a standard nickel solution containing 10 mg/kg Ni, in addition to the 20.0 g of the sample. Procedure Set the instrument to zero using methyl isobutyl ketone as described for the preparation of the test solution but omitting the substance to be examined. Measure the absorbance at 232.0 nm using a nickel hollow-cathode lamp as source of radiation and an air-acetylene flame.
Test: METHOD OF
Principle
Test: ASSAY
Determine lactitol as well as other polyols resulting as by-products during the manufacture of lactitol by liquid chromatography . Principal by-product polyols are the hexitols: sorbitol, mannitol, galactitol (dulcitol), and lower polyols such as glycitols. Apparatus Liquid chromatograph with elevated temperature capability, differential refractometric detector and 0.45 μm membrane filter before column. Column Aminex HPX 87 (calcium form) with dimensions 300 x 7.8 mm, or equivalent column designed for carbohydrate analyses Standards Lactitol, sorbitol, mannitol Eluent Water (degassed) Procedure Equilibrate chromatography column to 85º. Adjust eluent flow rate through column to 0.6 ml/min. Accurately prepare an aqueous solution of sample about 40% by weight. Inject 10 μl of the 40% sample solution onto the column. Record the chromatogram for peaks occurring at the retention time of lactitol and thereafter. Approximate retention times for lactitol and other polyols using the recommended column are: Lactitol 12 min Ribitol 15 min Erythritol 16 min Mannitol 18 min Galactitol 20 min Sorbitol 21 min For Assay, compare the sample response relative to the response of a standard sample of lactitol of known purity. For other polyols, measure the area of all peaks occurring between Lactitol and Sorbitol. The sum of the areas of these peaks is not greater than 2.5 % of the dry weight of the sample.

FAO JECFA Monograph 1 (2006)

Authorised in other additives, enzymes, flavourings and nutrients

These authorisations are not for use in food. They let this substance be used inside another additive, a food enzyme, a flavouring or a nutrient preparation — often as a carrier — and it reaches food only as part of that product. Annex III to Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008.

PartMay be used inMaximum levelCitation
Annex III, Part 1: Carriers in food additivesAll food additivesquantum satisRegulation (EC) No 1333/2008, Annex III, Part 1
Annex III, Part 3: Food additives including carriers in food enzymesFood enzymesCan be used as a carrier: Yes (only as a carrier) Note (1): Including enzymes authorised as food additives.In enzyme preparation: quantum satis In final food except beverages: quantum satis In beverages: quantum satisRegulation (EC) No 1333/2008, Annex III, Part 3
Annex III, Part 4: Food additives including carriers in food flavouringsAll flavouringsListed jointly as "E 420 E 421 E 953 E 965 E 966 E 967 E 968 Sorbitol Mannitol Isomalt Maltitol Lactitol Xylitol Erythritol"quantum satis for purposes other than sweetening, not as flavour enhancersRegulation (EC) No 1333/2008, Annex III, Part 4
Annex III, Part 5, Section A: Food additives added in nutrients except in nutrients intended to be used in foodstuffs listed in Part E, point 01.10, of Annex II and foodstuffs for infants and young children listed in Part E, point 13.1, of Annex IIAll nutrientsCan be used as a carrier: Yes, only as a carrierquantum satisRegulation (EC) No 1333/2008, Annex III, Part 5, Section A

Every name it appears under

65 recorded names. A label may use any of them.

E number

  • E966

INS number

  • 966

CAS registry number

  • 585-86-4

As it appears in regulation

  • Lactitol

Other names

  • 4-beta-D-galactopyranosyl-D-glucito1
  • 4-O-(|?-Galactosyl)-D-glucitol
  • 4-O-.BETA.-D-GALACTOPYRANOSYL-D-GLUCITOL
  • 4-O-?-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucitol
  • 4-O-b-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucitol, 9CI
  • 4-O-beta-D-Galactopyranosyl-D-glucitol
  • beta-D-galactopyranosyl-(1->4)-D-glucitol
  • BLI-400
  • CAS-585-86-4
  • CCRIS 7077
  • D-Glucitol, 4-O-beta-D-galactopyranosyl-
  • D-lactitol
  • Emportal
  • Epitope ID:922721
  • Finlac dc
  • Floralac
  • HSDB 7970
  • Importal
  • Importal (TN)
  • INS NO.966
  • INS-966
  • L2B0WJF7ZY
  • Lacitol
  • Lactit
  • lactite
  • LACTITOL
  • Lactitol (NF/INN)
  • Lactitol acm 50
  • LACTITOL ANHYDROUS
  • Lactitol, analytical standard
  • lactitolum
  • lactobiosit
  • Lactosit
  • lactositol
  • Lacty (saccharide)
  • Milchen
  • Miruhen
  • Neda Lactiv Importal
  • Oponaf
  • pizensy
  • Pizensy (TN)
  • Portolac
  • VQHSOMBJVWLPSR-JVCRWLNRSA-N

Systematic names

  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-(((2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydro-2H-pyran-2-yl)oxy)hexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentaol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-((2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-methylol-tetrahydropyran-2-yl)oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)tetrahydropyran-2-yl]oxyhexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • (2S,3R,4R,5R)-4-{[(2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy}hexane-1,2,3,5,6-pentol
  • (2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-2-((2R,3S,4S,5R)-4,5-dihydroxy-2,5-bis(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-3-yl)oxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol

Hazard reference values

Values set by assessing bodies. A body that has not set a value is not listed here.
TypeValuePopulationAssessed byOpinion
ADInot specified—JECFA1983

Evidence and how bodies read it

Studies, and the differing conclusions regulators drew from them, are curated rather than machine-read, and none has been written for this substance yet.

Common questions

Assembled from what is above, in the words the questions are usually asked in. Each answer is the same statement the relevant section makes, with the same citations behind it.

What is E 966?
E 966 is Lactitol. Lactitol is a sugar alcohol about a third as sweet as sugar, used as a bulk sweetener in sugar-free confectionery and baked goods.
What is Lactitol used for in food?
It is listed as a sweetener — the role Canada, Codex and the EU assign it. This page shows every function each regulator records, with the citation for each.
Where is Lactitol permitted?
Of the seven regulators this site reads, Australia and New Zealand, Canada, the EU, Great Britain, South Korea and the Codex standard permit it. Each permission is for named foods at named levels, not a blanket one; the table on this page gives them with citations.
Is Lactitol vegan?
No. Lactitol is animal-derived, though it is generally accepted as vegetarian. This page says what it is made from.

Sources for this page

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  • eu retrieved 2026-10-18
  • gb retrieved 2026-10-18
  • kr retrieved 2026-10-18
  • gsfa retrieved 2026-09-07
  • euspecs retrieved 2026-10-18
  • jecfaspecs retrieved 2026-09-23

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