Allulose
SweetenersCAS: 551-68-8
This is what the ingredient is.
Allulose (D-psicose) is a rare sugar naturally found in small quantities in figs, raisins, and maple syrup.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It works as a low-calorie sweetener (70% sweetness of sugar) with similar taste and texture to sugar.
Here is what food agencies say.
The FDA lists Allulose as Generally Recognized as Safe. Not counted as added sugar on US nutrition labels.
Here is what research has found.
90% excreted unchanged; provides 0.2-0.4 kcal/g. Does not raise blood sugar or insulin.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
May cause digestive discomfort in large amounts. Not approved in all countries.
Sources
- FDA GRAS
- Clinical Studies
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/12/2026