Senomyx receives GRAS determination for s6973 sucrose enhancer

The Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) has determined Senomyx’s sucrose enhancer S6973 to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS) under the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, administered by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Sucrose (common table sugar) is widely used in many food and beverage products. Taste tests have demonstrated that S6973 enables the reduction of up to 50% of the sucrose present in product prototypes while maintaining the sweet taste of natural sugar. This GRAS determination allows S6973 to be incorporated into specified products in the US and in other countries.