sucrose
Also listed as: Saccharose, Sacarosa, Saccarosio, Sacarose, Sacharose
Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used in typical amounts. Backed by standard ingredient safety evaluations.
- MicroplasticsNot flagged
- SugarsNot flagged
- Seed OilsNot flagged
- Gut / Digestive
- FDAApproved for use
- EFSAApproved for use
PubMed References
Safety assessment of sucrose(2021)
PubMed (PMID 35000000)→Last reviewed: May 2026
FAQ
Is sucrose bad for you?
Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used in typical amounts. Backed by standard ingredient safety evaluations.
What does sucrose do to your body?
sucrose primarily affects: Gut / Digestive.
How often is it safe to consume sucrose?
Daily: Safe for daily use. Weekly: Safe for weekly use. Monthly: Safe for monthly use.
What products contain sucrose?
sucrose is commonly found in food, cosmetic products. Use the Zeral app to scan any product and instantly see if it contains sucrose.
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