Ingredient

Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is typically added to foods as a source of the essential mineral …

What is Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate?

Molybdenum is an essential trace mineral found naturally in many foods. Molybdenum amino acid chelate is a form where molybdenum is bound to amino acids, which may improve its absorption. It is manufactured by reacting a molybdenum salt with amino acids.

Is Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate vegan?

Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate a major allergen?

Molybdenum amino acid chelate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.

What is Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate used for?

This ingredient is typically added to foods as a source of the essential mineral molybdenum.

Is Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate safe?

Molybdenum is an essential nutrient for human health.

Why it's used

This ingredient is typically added to foods as a source of the essential mineral molybdenum. It is often found in fortified foods such as energy drinks, protein bars, and meal replacement supplements to help consumers meet their daily nutritional needs.

Health notes

Molybdenum is an essential nutrient for human health. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes molybdenum as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as a nutrient supplement. International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) have evaluated molybdenum compounds. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from typical dietary intakes of molybdenum.

Allergen info

Molybdenum amino acid chelate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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