Ingredient

Organic Cholecalciferol

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cholecalciferol is added to foods as a nutrient to help the body absorb calcium …

What it is

Cholecalciferol is a form of vitamin D, also known as vitamin D3. It is naturally produced in the skin of animals when exposed to sunlight. It can also be synthesized from lanolin, a wool product, or from plant sterols.

Why it's used

Cholecalciferol is added to foods as a nutrient to help the body absorb calcium and phosphorus. It is commonly found in fortified dairy products, cereals, and some juices and plant-based milk alternatives.

Health notes

Cholecalciferol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient. Vitamin D is essential for bone health. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine have established upper intake levels for vitamin D. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated vitamin D, and JECFA has established an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.