摘要 |
A novel N-alkylaspartylamide derivative (including one in a salt form) usable as an active ingredient for low-calorie sweeteners having excellent sweetness. An example thereof is N-[3-(3-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)propyl]-.alpha.-L- aspartyl-N-(1R,2S,4S)-1-methyl-2-hydroxy-4-phenylhexylamide. This substance can be used as an active ingredient for sweeteners. It can be used also for imparting sweetness to products, such as beverages and foods, required to have sweetness. Thus, an excellent sweetener and a beverage or food having sweetness imparted thereto can be provided. |