Trehalose
This is what the ingredient is.
Trehalose is a naturally occurring disaccharide found in mushrooms, honey, lobster, and shrimp.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
Used as a mild sweetener (45% as sweet as sucrose) and food stabilizer. Protects foods from drying and staling.
Here is what food agencies say.
The FDA lists it as Generally Recognized as Safe. European food agencies allow it. Widely permitted in US, EU, Japan, and internationally.
Here is what research has found.
an FAO/WHO expert committee confirms safety. Broken down to glucose by trehalase enzyme. Natural component of many foods.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Generally safe. Rare individuals with trehalase deficiency may experience digestive issues.
Sources
- FDA GRAS Database
- EFSA Panel
- JECFA Evaluation
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.