Ingredient

Molybdenum Glycinate

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

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

What it is

Molybdenum glycinate is a compound that combines the mineral molybdenum with the amino acid glycine. It is often created synthetically to improve the absorption of molybdenum in the body. Molybdenum is an essential trace mineral needed for various bodily functions.

Why it's used

This ingredient is typically added to foods as a source of the essential mineral molybdenum. It is often found in dietary supplements, fortified foods, and beverages, particularly those marketed for energy or nutritional enhancement. You might see it in products like smoothie mixes, energy bars, and chocolate items.

Health notes

Molybdenum glycinate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated molybdenum compounds and established acceptable daily intakes. Molybdenum is essential for human health, playing a role in enzyme function. At typical dietary intake levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Molybdenum Glycinate

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Abbott Laboratories Inc Strawberry Banana Fruit & Veggie Smoothie Mix, Strawberry Banana Powdered Drinks 350kcal 0Protein 0Fat 90Carbs Clif Bar and Company Chocolate Dipped Coconut Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 396kcal 18.8Protein 14.6Fat 52.1Carbs En-R-G Foods LLC Dark Chocolate Pro, Coconut Almond Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 452kcal 23.8Protein 23.8Fat 42.9Carbs Clif Bar and Company Honey Salted Peanut Whole Nutrition Bar Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 396kcal 20.8Protein 14.6Fat 50Carbs En-R-G Foods LLC Peanut Butta Pro, Milk Chocolate Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 452kcal 23.8Protein 19.1Fat 45.2Carbs

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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