Dl-alphatocopherol
What is Dl-alphatocopherol?
DL-alpha-tocopherol is a synthetic form of vitamin E, a fat-soluble nutrient. It is produced through chemical synthesis, often starting with petrochemicals.
Is Dl-alphatocopherol vegan?
Dl-alphatocopherol is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Dl-alphatocopherol gluten-free?
DL-alpha-tocopherol is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Dl-alphatocopherol used for?
Manufacturers add DL-alpha-tocopherol primarily as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils in foods from becoming rancid, which can cause off-flavors and odors.
Is Dl-alphatocopherol safe?
DL-alpha-tocopherol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a nutrient and antioxidant.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add DL-alpha-tocopherol primarily as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils in foods from becoming rancid, which can cause off-flavors and odors. It is commonly found in processed foods with higher fat content, such as baked goods, cereals, and some beverages.
Health notes
DL-alpha-tocopherol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a nutrient and antioxidant. Vitamin E plays a role in protecting cells from oxidative damage. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated vitamin E and its derivatives. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intakes of vitamin E.
Allergen info
DL-alpha-tocopherol is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Dl-alphatocopherol
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Campbell Soup Company
Golden Beer Battered White Meat Chicken Strip Shaped Patties With Mashed Potatoes And Mixed Vegetables - Includes A Chocolate Brownie, Beer Battered Chicken
High in sodium — 64% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving
187kcal
6.8Protein
9.2Fat
17.8Carbs
Costco Companies Inc.
Chocolate Banana Almond Non-Dairy Beverage, Chocolate Banana Almond
49kcal
4.1Protein
1.4Fat
4.9Carbs
Pinnacle Foods Group LLC
Smokin' Backyard Barbeque Grilled White Meat Chicken Patty And Pork Patty In BBQ Sauce With Mashed Potatoes, Corn And A Brownie, Smokin' Backyard Barbeque
High in sodium — 69% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 52% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving
134kcal
6.5Protein
5.1Fat
15.7Carbs
Campbell Soup Company
Zesty Southern Fried Popcorn Shaped Breaded White Meat Chicken Patties With Home-Style Mashed Potatoes And Sweet Corn - Includes A Brownie, Southern Fried Popcorn Chicken
High in sodium — 43% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving
171kcal
6.5Protein
8.6Fat
15.9Carbs
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