Ingredient

D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is added to foods as a source of vitamin E, which acts …

What is D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate?

D-alpha-Tocopheryl acid succinate is a synthetic form of vitamin E, a fat-soluble nutrient. It is made by chemically combining alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) with succinic acid.

Is D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate vegan?

D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate gluten-free?

It is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Is D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate used for?

This ingredient is added to foods as a source of vitamin E, which acts as an antioxidant.

Is D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate safe?

D-alpha-Tocopheryl acid succinate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or dietary supplement.

Why it's used

This ingredient is added to foods as a source of vitamin E, which acts as an antioxidant. It is commonly found in dietary supplements, meal replacements, and fortified foods.

Health notes

D-alpha-Tocopheryl acid succinate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or dietary supplement. Vitamin E plays a role in immune function and cell protection. JECFA has evaluated vitamin E and its derivatives, establishing acceptable daily intakes. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical intake levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain D-alpha Tocopheryl Acid Succinate

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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