Ingredient

Sodium Molyboate

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sodium molybdate is primarily used as a nutrient supplement in foods and beverages, especially …

What is Sodium Molyboate?

Sodium molybdate is a salt form of the mineral molybdenum. It is typically produced by reacting molybdenum trioxide with sodium hydroxide. Molybdenum is an essential trace mineral found naturally in foods and soil.

Is Sodium Molyboate vegan?

Sodium Molyboate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Sodium Molyboate a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Sodium Molyboate used for?

Sodium molybdate is primarily used as a nutrient supplement in foods and beverages, especially those fortified with vitamins and minerals.

Is Sodium Molyboate safe?

Sodium molybdate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient.

Why it's used

Sodium molybdate is primarily used as a nutrient supplement in foods and beverages, especially those fortified with vitamins and minerals. It is added to provide essential molybdenum, which plays a role in various bodily functions. You may find it in nutritional drinks, bars, and supplements.

Health notes

Sodium molybdate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient. Molybdenum is an essential trace element, and deficiency is rare in humans. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated molybdenum compounds and established acceptable daily intakes. Typical intakes from fortified foods are well below levels that would cause concern.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain Sodium Molyboate

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Last updated: October 5, 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.