Honey
SweetenersCAS: 8028-66-8
This is what the ingredient is.
Honey is a natural sweetener produced by bees from flower nectar. Contains glucose, fructose, and trace nutrients.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
It works as a sweetener, humectant, and flavoring agent. Used in beverages, baked goods, and spreads.
Here is what food agencies say.
The FDA treats it as a conventional food, not a numbered additive. No specific additive classification.
Here is what research has found.
Contains antioxidants and antimicrobial properties. Glycemic index varies by type (55-87).
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Not suitable for infants under 12 months (botulism risk). High in sugars.
Sources
- FDA
- USDA
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