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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add d-calcium pantothenate to foods and beverages as a nutrient supplement to fortify …
What it is
D-calcium pantothenate is the calcium salt of pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5. It is a water-soluble vitamin that is essential for human health and plays a role in energy metabolism. It can be produced synthetically.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add d-calcium pantothenate to foods and beverages as a nutrient supplement to fortify them with vitamin B5. It is commonly found in fortified waters, beverages, and some processed foods.
Health notes
D-calcium pantothenate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient. Pantothenic acid is an essential nutrient, and deficiency is rare. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated pantothenic acid and its derivatives. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from consuming d-calcium pantothenate at typical dietary levels.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It is not derived from milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, or sesame. It does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.