Ingredient

As Zinc Oxide

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add zinc oxide as a nutrient supplement, providing essential zinc to foods. It …

What it is

Zinc oxide is a mineral compound made of zinc and oxygen. It is produced industrially by burning zinc metal in air or by heating zinc ores. It appears as a white powder.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add zinc oxide as a nutrient supplement, providing essential zinc to foods. It is also used as a whitening agent or opacifier in some food products. It is most frequently found in frozen baked goods and breakfast items.

Health notes

In the U.S., zinc oxide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated zinc oxide and established specifications for its use in food. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intake as a nutrient.

Allergen info

Zinc oxide is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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