Alphatocopherol
What is Alphatocopherol?
Alpha-tocopherol is a form of vitamin E, a fat-soluble nutrient. It is found naturally in many foods like vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds. It can also be produced synthetically for use in food.
Is Alphatocopherol vegan?
Alphatocopherol is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Alphatocopherol a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Alphatocopherol used for?
Manufacturers add alpha-tocopherol primarily as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils in foods from becoming rancid, which helps extend shelf life.
Is Alphatocopherol safe?
Alpha-tocopherol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or antioxidant.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add alpha-tocopherol primarily as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils in foods from becoming rancid, which helps extend shelf life. It is commonly found in baked goods, cereals, and snack foods where fat content is higher.
Health notes
Alpha-tocopherol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or antioxidant. As a form of vitamin E, it is an essential nutrient that plays a role in immune function and cell protection. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated vitamin E compounds. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical dietary intake levels.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Alphatocopherol
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