You're getting pure, unadulterated sucrose from the sap of maple trees, which is a natural process that's been done for centuries. This isn't some lab-created concoction, it's a traditional sweetener that's been used by humans for thousands of years. Just be sure to choose grade B, it's often less processed.
Did you know
It takes about 40 gallons of maple sap to make just one gallon of maple syrup.