Product Introduction
Stevioside (CAS No. 57817-89-7) is a diterpene glycoside and the primary sweetening compound extracted from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, a perennial shrub native to Paraguay and Brazil. As one of the most extensively studied natural high-intensity sweeteners in the world, Stevioside delivers 200–300 times the sweetness of sucrose (table sugar) while contributing zero calories and having no effect on blood glucose levels, making it an ideal sugar alternative for health-conscious consumers, diabetics, and the global sugar reduction movement.
At Xi’an Taima Biological Co., Ltd. , we produce premium-grade Stevioside through advanced extraction and purification processes that preserve the natural sweetness profile while ensuring exceptional purity and consistency. Our Stevioside is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a clean, sweet taste and minimal aftertaste, meeting the most stringent international quality standards for food, beverage, and nutraceutical applications.
Stevioside is approved for use as a food additive (sweetener) in over 100 countries, including the European Union (E960), the United States (FDA GRAS), Japan, China, Australia/New Zealand, and throughout Latin America. Its excellent heat stability (up to 200°C), pH stability (pH 3–9), and non-fermentable nature make it suitable for virtually all food and beverage processing conditions.
Product Identification
| Product Name | Stevioside |
| Synonym | Steviosin, Stevia Extract, Steviol Glycoside, Stevia rebaudiana Extract, Stevia Sweetener |
| CAS Number | 57817-89-7 |
| E Number (EU Food Additive) | E960 (Steviol Glycosides) |
| INS Number | 960 |
| Molecular Formula | C38H60O18 |
| Molecular Weight | 804.87 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Taste | Sweet (200–300× sucrose), clean profile, minimal bitterness |
| Odor | Odorless to slightly characteristic |
| Source | Leaves of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni |
| Sweetness Potency | 200–300 times sweeter than sucrose |
| Caloric Value | 0 kcal/g (zero calories) |
| Glycemic Index | 0 (does not affect blood glucose) |
| Grades Available | Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, Nutraceutical Grade |
Application
Beverages
Stevioside is the sweetener of choice for the rapidly growing zero-calorie and reduced-sugar beverage market. Its excellent solubility and stability in both still and carbonated beverages make it highly versatile.
- Carbonated Soft Drinks: Zero-sugar cola, lemon-lime, and fruit-flavored sodas
- Iced Tea & Lemonade: Naturally sweetened ready-to-drink teas and lemonades
- Flavored Water: Zero-calorie flavored still and sparkling water
- Sports & Energy Drinks: Sugar-free electrolyte and performance beverages
- Fruit Juices & Nectars: Reduced-calorie juice drinks and smoothies
- Dairy & Plant-Based Milks: Flavored milk, soy milk, almond milk, oat milk
- Coffee & Tea Mixes: Instant coffee and tea powder sweetener blends
- Alcoholic Beverages: Low-calorie cocktails, hard seltzers, and flavored spirits
- Protein Shakes: Sugar-free ready-to-drink protein beverages
- Concentrates & Syrups: Zero-calorie beverage flavoring syrups
Bakery & Confectionery
Stevioside’s exceptional heat stability (stable up to 200°C) makes it ideal for baked goods and heat-processed confectionery products where other high-intensity sweeteners may degrade.
- Bakery: Sugar-free bread, muffins, cakes, cookies, and pastries
- Confectionery: Sugar-free hard candies, gummies, lollipops, and chewy sweets
- Chocolate: No-sugar-added dark, milk, and white chocolate
- Chewing Gum: Sugar-free gum with long-lasting sweetness
- Jams & Preserves: Reduced-sugar fruit spreads and marmalades
- Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts: No-sugar-added ice cream, sorbet, and gelato
- Protein & Energy Bars: Sugar-free nutrition bars and granola bars
- Cereal & Breakfast Foods: Reduced-sugar cereals and granola
Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements
- Tablets & Capsules: Sweetener and bulking agent in chewable supplements
- Powdered Supplements: Sugar-free protein powders, meal replacements, greens powders
- Functional Gummies: Sugar-free vitamin and supplement gummies
- Effervescent Tablets: Zero-calorie sweetener for dissolving supplement tablets
- Sports Nutrition: Pre-workout, post-workout, and amino acid formulations
- Meal Replacement Shakes: Sugar-free meal replacement beverages
- Herbal Extracts: Sweetener to improve palatability of bitter herbal formulations
Dairy Products
- Yogurt: Sugar-free and reduced-sugar stirred and drinkable yogurts
- Flavored Milk: Low-calorie chocolate and strawberry milk
- Ice Cream: No-sugar-added frozen dairy desserts
- Dairy Desserts: Sugar-free puddings, mousses, and custards
FAQ
1.What is Stevioside?
Stevioside is a natural high-intensity sweetener extracted from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana. It has zero calories and is much sweeter than sucrose.
2.How sweet is Stevioside compared with sugar?
Stevioside is approximately 200 to 300 times sweeter than regular table sugar. Only a small amount is needed to achieve the desired sweetness.
3.What are the main applications of Stevioside?
It is widely used in beverages, confectionery, baked goods, dairy products and low-calorie dietary foods as a sugar substitute.
4.What are the advantages of using Stevioside?
It contains no calories, does not raise blood sugar levels, and is a natural alternative for people controlling sugar intake.
5.Is Stevioside safe for daily consumption?
It is recognized as safe for most people within standard usage limits. People with special health conditions may consult a doctor before use.
6.How should Stevioside be stored?
Store it in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Keep away from moisture, direct sunlight and high temperatures.
