Monoitrate
What is Monoitrate?
Thiamine mononitrate is a synthetic form of thiamine, also known as vitamin B1. It is a white, crystalline powder. It is produced through chemical synthesis.
Is Monoitrate vegan?
Monoitrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Monoitrate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Monoitrate used for?
Manufacturers add thiamine mononitrate to fortify foods, meaning to add back nutrients lost during processing or to increase the nutritional value.
Is Monoitrate safe?
Thiamine mononitrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a nutrient supplement.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add thiamine mononitrate to fortify foods, meaning to add back nutrients lost during processing or to increase the nutritional value. It is commonly found in enriched grain products like breads, cereals, and pasta, as well as in some beverages and infant formulas.
Health notes
Thiamine mononitrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a nutrient supplement. Thiamine is essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. The FDA has established a Daily Value for thiamine, and intake from fortified foods typically falls within recommended levels. JECFA has evaluated thiamine and its salts, finding them to be safe.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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