Ingredient

Niacin Reduced Iron

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add niacin-reduced iron to foods to increase their iron content, helping to prevent …

What it is

Niacin-reduced iron is a form of iron used to fortify foods. It is made by reducing the amount of niacin (a B vitamin) in iron powder, which makes it easier for the body to absorb.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add niacin-reduced iron to foods to increase their iron content, helping to prevent iron deficiency. It is commonly found in baked goods like cookies and cakes, as well as in snacks such as popcorn and peanuts.

Health notes

Niacin-reduced iron is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food fortification. Iron is an essential nutrient, and adequate intake is important for health. Excessive iron intake can be harmful, but the amounts added to foods are typically within safe levels. JECFA has evaluated iron and set an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Niacin-reduced iron is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Niacin Reduced Iron

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FRESH & EASY Snack Box Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 335kcal 18.8Protein 21.2Fat 20.6Carbs Fruit Black Cake SN SABOR Fruit Black Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 290kcal 6Protein 12Fat 38Carbs Ashcraft / European Bakery, L.P. French Bread Breads & Buns 246kcal 7.0Protein 3.5Fat 45.6Carbs Fotis and Son Imports Pita Bread Crust Pizza 172kcal 7.8Protein 6.2Fat 20.3Carbs McIlhenny Company Enriched Unbleached Flour Flours & Corn Meal 333kcal 10Protein 0Fat 73.3Carbs Complete Pancake And Waffle Mix, Original The Kroger Co. Complete Pancake And Waffle Mix, Original Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 359kcal 6.2Protein 5.5Fat 71.9Carbs McIlhenny Company Spartan, Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 483kcal 3.5Protein 20.7Fat 69.0Carbs Jo-Lee Food Products, Inc. Yogurt Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 475kcal 5Protein 20Fat 70Carbs P.S.L. Food Market, Inc. Western Beef, Waffles, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Frozen Pancakes, Waffles, French Toast & Crepes 314kcal 5.7Protein 14.3Fat 40Carbs Biscomerica Corp Sun-Maid, Bite Size Premium Cookies, Oatmeal Raisin Apple, Oatmeal Raisin Apple Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 406kcal 3.5Protein 15.9Fat 63.6Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Wegmans, Swiss Recipe - Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark Candy High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 500kcal 7.1Protein 23.8Fat 64.3Carbs Biscomerica Corp Bite Size Premium Cookies, Cranberry With Chocolate Chips Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 431kcal 3.9Protein 17.6Fat 66.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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