Sweetener · EU 957
Thaumatin
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Thaumatin is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. Its composite safety score is 4 out of 5 (Low Risk), and the European Union separately classifies it as approved.
The verdict
Thaumatin is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- Approved
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
E-number regulatory snapshot
Thaumatin: no OFF product match; EU code 957 is the standout identifier.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| E-Number | 957 | EU additive register |
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Sweetener | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 4 / 5 (Low Risk) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not established | 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.
What is Thaumatin?
Thaumatin is a food additive (957) classified as sweetener.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the safety of the extension of use of thaumatin -E 957-
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Nationwide catalog-profile peers for Thaumatin
Product-count (0) and safety-score (4/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 4/5 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 Thaumatin safe to consume?
Thaumatin scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. No OFF product match yet; EU additive code 957 is the standout identifier on this row.
What is Thaumatin used for in food?
Thaumatin (957) is catalogued for Beverages, confectionery, baked goods; treat uses as SAFFA class, not shelf count.
What health concerns are associated with Thaumatin?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Thaumatin: EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the safety of the extension of use of thaumatin -E 957-. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.