Cyclamic acid
Chemical compound
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Cyclamic acid is a compound with formula C6H13NO3S.
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Cyclohexylsulfamic acid | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.002.635 |
| E number | E952(i) (glazing agents, ...) |
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| C6H13NO3S | |
| Molar mass | 179.23 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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It is included in E number "E952".
Cyclamic acid is mainly used as catalyst in the production of paints and plastics, and furthermore as a reagent for laboratory usage.[1]
The sodium and calcium salts of cyclamic acid are used as artificial sweeteners under the name cyclamate.[2]

