Granulated White Sugar (Sucrose) vs. Sucralose (Pure Sweetener)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Granulated table sugar is 99.9% pure crystallized sucrose (disaccharide of 50% glucose + 50% fructose). It serves as the universal reference benchmark for relative sweetness (Sweetness = 100). Per 100g, it provides 387 kcal, 100g carbohydrates (0g fiber), and a glycemic index of 65.
Sucralose is a high-intensity non-nutritive sweetener synthesized by selectively chlorinating sucrose (replacing three hydroxyl groups with chlorine atoms). It is 600 times sweeter than sucrose with zero calories, zero glycemic impact, and extreme heat stability.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Relative Sweetness Index
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100 (Universal Reference Standard) | 600 (600x Sucrose) |
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Energy / Calories
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387 kcal | 0 kcal |
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Glycemic Index (GI)
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65 (Medium) | 0 (Zero glycemic impact) |
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Total Carbohydrates
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100.0 g | 0.0 g |
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Net Effective Carbohydrates
|
100.0 g | 0.0 g |
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Molecular Composition
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Disaccharide (50% D-Glucose + 50% D-Fructose) | 1,6-Dichloro-1,6-dideoxy-β-D-fructofuranosyl-4-chloro-4-deoxy-α-D-galactopyranoside |
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Dental Caries Risk
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High (Fermented by Streptococcus mutans) | Non-Cariogenic |
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Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)
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WHO: < 10% total calories (< 25g/day ideal) | 5.0 mg / kg body weight per day (FDA) |
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Melting Point / Caramelization
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160 – 186°C (320 – 367°F) | — |
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Thermal Stability
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— | Stable up to 220°C (428°F) |