Stevia Extract (Rebaudioside A 98%)
Sugars & Alternative Sweeteners · 9 specs
Direct Answer
High-purity Stevia extract is a non-caloric steviol glycoside isolated from Stevia rebaudiana. It is 250–350 times sweeter than sucrose with zero calories, zero glycemic impact, and heat stability up to 200°C.
Source: JECFA / FDA GRAS Notice No. GRN 000252 · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Relative Sweetness Index | 250 – 350 (250x – 350x Sucrose) |
| Energy / Calories | 0 kcal |
| Glycemic Index (GI) | 0 (Zero glycemic impact) |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0.0 g |
| Net Effective Carbohydrates | 0.0 g |
| Molecular Composition | Diterpene Glycoside (Rebaudioside A) |
| Dental Caries Risk | Non-Cariogenic |
| Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) | 4.0 mg / kg body weight (as steviol equivalents) |
| Thermal Stability | Stable up to 200°C (392°F) |
Rebaudioside A vs Stevioside Bitterness
High-purity Rebaudioside A (Reb-A ≥ 98%) binds to sweet taste receptors (T1R2/T1R3) with minimal activation of bitter receptors (hTAS2R4/hTAS2R14), avoiding the licorice aftertaste of crude stevioside.
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