Thiamine Monoitrate
What is Thiamine Monoitrate?
Thiamine mononitrate is a synthetic form of thiamine, also known as vitamin B1. Thiamine is a water-soluble vitamin essential for carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function. It is produced through chemical synthesis.
Is Thiamine Monoitrate vegan?
Thiamine Monoitrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Thiamine Monoitrate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Thiamine Monoitrate a major allergen?
Thiamine mononitrate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Thiamine Monoitrate used for?
Manufacturers add thiamine mononitrate to foods as a nutrient supplement, fortifying products to help consumers meet their daily vitamin B1 needs.
Is Thiamine Monoitrate safe?
Thiamine mononitrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add thiamine mononitrate to foods as a nutrient supplement, fortifying products to help consumers meet their daily vitamin B1 needs. 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 when used as a nutrient. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated thiamine mononitrate and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intake.
Allergen info
Thiamine mononitrate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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