Equal Packets contain dextrose with maltodextrin, aspartame, and acesulfame potassium.
Equal Spoonful contains maltodextrin, aspartame, and acesulfame potassium.
Equal Tablets contain lactose (from milk), aspartame, acesulfame potassium,
cellulose gum, and calcium stearate.

Ingredient Glossary:

  • Aspartame: Sweetening ingredient 200 times sweeter than sugar
  • Acesulfame potassium: Sweetening ingredient 200 times sweeter than sugar
  • Calcium stearate: Helps release Equal Tablets from their mold during manufacturing
  • Cellulose gum: Adds texture and volume to Equal Tablets
  • Dextrose and maltodextrin: Carbohydrates derived from corn and used as “bulking agents” to dilute very potent sweeteners and make Equal Sweetener products measurable for consumers
  • Lactose: “Bulking agent” used to dilute the very concentrated sweeteners in Equal Tablets