Compound Q&A
Is Stevioside (CAS: 57817-89-7) safe?
Answer
Stevioside is Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) by the FDA and has low toxicity when consumed in normal amounts. It is considered safe for use in food and pharmaceuticals, with no significant adverse effects reported. However, handling precautions include avoiding direct contact with skin or inhalation of powder. Safety standards ensure it meets regulatory guidelines for purity and quality in commercial products.
About
CAS No
57817-89-7
English Name
Stevioside
Molecular Formula
C38H60O18
Molecular Weight
804.87 g/mol
SMILES
OC[C@H]1O[C@@H](O[C@@]23CC[C@@H]4[C@@](C2)(CC3=C)CC[C@H]2[C@@]4(C)CCC[C@@]2(C)C(=O)O[C@@H]2O[C@H](CO)[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)O)[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]1O)O)O[C@@H]1O[C@H](CO)[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]1O)O)O
InChIKey
UEDUENGHJMELGK-HYDKPPNVSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
