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Is luo han guo extract a permitted sweetening agent?

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Luo han guo extract, if it refers to monk fruit extract for use in food as a sweetening agent, must comply with the specifications specified under Regulation 18(3B) of the Food Regulations; and may be used in food under good manufacturing practice. - mogroside V of not less than 20% (w/w) and not more than 90% (w/w); - not more than 1 mg/kg lead; - not more than 1 mg/kg arsenic; - not more than 5% (w/w) ash; and - not more than 6% (w/w) moisture

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