摘要 |
In the present invention, there are disclosed aspartyl dipeptide ester derivatives, such as an N-[N-[3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3-methylbutyl]-L-alpha-aspartyl]-L-phenylalanine 1-methyl ester, or salts thereof, having a high degree of sweetness compared to conventional sweeteners. These derivatives are excellent in sweetening potency and may be used as sweetener components in products such as foods and drinks. They may also be used as low calorie sweeteners and in methods of sweetening products. |