Folic Acid 1.54 Mg/kg

Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, which is a B vitamin (Vitamin B9). It is not found naturally in foods but is produced through chemical synthesis in a laboratory setting. It is used to fortify foods and as a dietary supplement.

Manufacturers add folic acid to foods primarily as a nutrient to enrich grain products like flour, bread, pasta, and breakfast cereals. This fortification helps prevent neural tube defects in developing babies. It is also found in some crackers and cookies.

Folic acid is an FDA-approved nutrient additive used for food fortification. It is essential for cell growth and development, and adequate intake is especially important for women of childbearing age. While generally safe at typical intake levels, very high intakes of folic acid can mask a Vitamin B12 deficiency. JECFA has evaluated folic acid and set an acceptable daily intake, and the US National Academies have established an Upper Intake Level (UL) for total folate (which includes folic acid).