Cane sugar
What is Cane sugar?
Cane sugar is a type of sugar derived from sugarcane, a tall perennial grass. The juice extracted from the sugarcane stalks is boiled and crystallised to produce sugar crystals. It is then refined to remove molasses and impurities, resulting in a white, granular sweetener.
Is Cane sugar vegan?
Cane sugar is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Cane sugar gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Cane sugar a major allergen?
Cane sugar is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Cane sugar used for?
Cane sugar is primarily used as a sweetener in a wide variety of food products, including baked goods, confectionery, beverages, and dairy products.
Is Cane sugar safe?
Cane sugar is a source of energy, providing carbohydrates.
Why it's used
Cane sugar is primarily used as a sweetener in a wide variety of food products, including baked goods, confectionery, beverages, and dairy products. Its granular form makes it easy to incorporate into recipes, and it contributes to texture and browning in baked items.
Health notes
Cane sugar is a source of energy, providing carbohydrates. The UK's Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) recommends that free sugars, including cane sugar, should not exceed 5% of total dietary energy intake. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated sugars and their role in the diet. High intakes of free sugars are associated with increased risk of dental caries and excess weight gain.
Allergen info
Cane sugar is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Cane sugar
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