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Strengthening Sri Lanka’s SSB Regulations: Addressing the Rise of Non-Sugar Sweeteners
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Adaderana Biz English | Sri Lanka Business News
However, as manufacturers reformulate beverages to meet sugar thresholds, a new issue has emerged – the rapid rise of non-sugar sweeteners (NSS) in “low sugar” products.
This blog discusses how Sri Lanka can strengthen its SSB policies to respond to this evolving challenge.
Coverage of NSS under Sri Lanka’s Current SSB Policy LandscapeSri Lanka’s current SSB policies—TLL and SSB taxation—do not cover or regulate the use of NSS.
Restrict the promotion and sale of foods and beverages containing NSS in school settings.
Updating national fiscal policies and regulations to include products containing NSS will help close current policy gaps, reduce consumer misperceptions, and encourage healthier reformulation.