Sodium cyclamate is a low-calorie artificial sweetener commonly used in food and beverages. It’s about 30–50 times sweeter than sugar and is valued for its stability and lack of bitterness when blended with other sweeteners.
Food-Grade Uses
1. Beverages
• Diet soft drinks and low-calorie beverages
• Flavored drinks (fruit drinks, powdered mixes)
• Often combined with Saccharin to improve taste
2. Tabletop Sweeteners
• Sold as sugar substitutes for tea, coffee, and cooking
• Sometimes blended with Aspartame or other sweeteners
3. Baked Goods
• Used in low-sugar or diabetic-friendly cakes, biscuits, and pastries
• Heat-stable, so it retains sweetness during baking
4. Dairy Products
• Low-calorie yogurts and flavored milk
• Ice cream and frozen desserts (in some countries)
5. Confectionery
• Sugar-free candies, chewing