Allulose (Sweetener)
How it's written on Korean labels 알룰로스사이코스
What is this additive?
A rare sugar with almost no calories.
Common General information worth knowing. Not counted in the score.
What is it used for?
- Adds sweetness and bulk like sugar, with fewer calories.
Safety summary
JECFA hasn't set a single ADI for this entry (it groups several substances or isn't an evaluated additive).
In Korea it may be used only within the food-by-food limits in the MFDS Food Additives Code.
Sources: JECFA database (FAO/WHO) · Food Safety Korea (MFDS Food Additives Code, Korean)
Permitted in Korea within legal limits. This is reference information summarized from public regulatory and research sources, not medical advice.
Common in
Zero/low-calorie drinksChocolate & confectionerySauces & dressings
Use differs by food type, and products of the same type can have different ingredients.
If you want to avoid it
- “Zero”, “sugar-free” and “low-calorie” products often use sweeteners — read the ingredient list.
- On Korean labels, also look for 사이코스.
Products with Allulose
No collected product lists Allulose yet. We'll show them here as products are added.
Found by matching text in the ingredient list, so some products may be missed or mismatched. Always check the package. This list refreshes once a day.
Related additives
ErythritolSugar alcohols (maltitol, sorbitol, xylitol)AspartameSucraloseAcesulfame potassiumNeotame / advantameSodium saccharinStevia
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