EFSA triples approved stevia limit for hot drinks
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has approved the use of stevia-derived sweeteners at up to 29 mg per litre in hot drinks, following a request from Tata Global Beverages GB Ltd. The beverage company had requested that EFSA revise its previous 10 mg/L limit after sensory testing of its hot drinks found that most consumers did not find the level of sweetness adequate. As a result, the company asked for a revision of the upper limit in the category for tea beverages, instant coffee and instant cappuccino.
