Sweetener · CAS 57817-89-7 · EU E960
Stevia (Steviol Glycosides)
FDA status: GRAS. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) is classified GRAS by the FDA, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. The European Union separately classifies it as approved.
The verdict
Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) is classified GRAS by the FDA, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 5/5
- Generally Safe
- GRAS
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
Identified by CAS number, not shelf prevalence
Stevia (Steviol Glycosides): no OFF product match; CAS 57817-89-7 is the lead registry handle on this row.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CAS Number | 57817-89-7 | CAS Registry |
| FDA Status | GRAS | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| E-Number | E960 | EU additive register |
| Category | Sweetener | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 5 / 5 (Generally Safe) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | 4 mg/kg body weight a day | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
| Tracked Products | Not yet tracked | Open Food Facts (US) |
Values reflect official agency classifications as published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union's regulatory framework. See our methodology for scoring details.
Stevia (Steviol Glycosides), explained
Natural sweetener from the Stevia plant. 200-300x sweeter than sugar.
Health Concerns
- Generally considered safe.
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
How Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) compares to its catalog-profile peers nationwide
Product-count (0) and safety-score (5/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 5/5 peers (≥50 OFF products)
Nearest other additives by PlainIngredients safety score (floored at ≥50 tracked products), distinct from the count row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) safe to consume?
Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) scores 5/5 (Generally Safe). FDA status is GRAS. No OFF product match yet; the distinctive registry handle is CAS 57817-89-7, so this page leads with the chemical identity row rather than a shelf-prevalence claim.
What is Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) used for in food?
Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) (CAS 57817-89-7) is catalogued for Beverages, yogurt, baked goods, tabletop sweeteners (Sweetener); OFF has not matched a U.S. product row yet.
What is the difference between FDA and EU regulation of Stevia (Steviol Glycosides)?
The FDA classifies Stevia (Steviol Glycosides) as "GRAS" while the EU status is "Approved" (E960). The EU often applies the precautionary principle, sometimes restricting additives that remain approved in the US.
What health concerns are associated with Stevia (Steviol Glycosides)?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Stevia (Steviol Glycosides): Generally considered safe.. These findings inform its safety score of 5/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.