Nucleotides
What is Nucleotides?
Nucleotides are compounds found naturally in all living cells. They are the building blocks of DNA and RNA. In food, they are often produced through fermentation or enzymatic processes.
Is Nucleotides a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Nucleotides used for?
Nucleotides are added to foods to enhance their flavor, particularly savory or umami tastes.
Is Nucleotides safe?
Nucleotides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Nucleotides are added to foods to enhance their flavor, particularly savory or umami tastes. They are often used in infant formulas to mimic components of breast milk and can also be found in snacks and seasonings.
Health notes
Nucleotides are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They play a role in human metabolism and are essential for cell function. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated nucleotides and found them to be safe for consumption at typical levels.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Nucleotides
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Abbott Nutrition
Pure Bliss Toddler Non-Gmo 31.8 Ounce Powder 4 Count
—kcal
11.9Protein
19.1Fat
40.5Carbs
Abbott Laboratories Inc
Milk-Based Powder Toddler Drink With Probiotics
444kcal
16.7Protein
22.2Fat
50Carbs
Bristol-Myers Squibb/Mead Johnson Nutritionals
Enfamil, Newborn Infant Formula Powder
67kcal
1.4Protein
3.5Fat
7.5Carbs
BBM Chocolate Distributors, Ltd.
Gesher, Snak Pak, Hickory, Hickory
496kcal
9.3Protein
25Fat
58.9Carbs
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