Ingredient

Tocopherals

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Tocopherols are primarily used as antioxidants in food products. They help prevent fats and …

What it is

Tocopherols are a group of chemical compounds that include Vitamin E. They are naturally found in many foods like vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds. Industrially, they are often extracted from vegetable oils or produced synthetically.

Why it's used

Tocopherols are primarily used as antioxidants in food products. They help prevent fats and oils from becoming rancid, which extends the shelf life of foods. They are commonly found in processed foods containing fats and oils, such as baked goods, snacks, and salad dressings.

Health notes

Tocopherols are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. As a form of Vitamin E, they are essential nutrients that act as antioxidants in the body. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated tocopherols, and EFSA has also reviewed their safety. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Tocopherols are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Tocopherals

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Ahold USA, Inc. Giant, Self-Rising Crust Chicken, Bacon & Ranch Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 229kcal 9.2Protein 6.5Fat 32.7Carbs Snickerdoodle Oat Milk Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Snickerdoodle Hakuna Brands LLC Snickerdoodle Oat Milk Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Snickerdoodle Other Frozen Desserts 160kcal 1Protein 3.5Fat 30Carbs Bread & Circus Inc. Whole Foods Market, Picnic Coleslaw Deli Salads 110kcal 1Protein 10Fat 6Carbs Dipped Crunchy Peanut Swirl Frozen Dessert Oats Bars, Dipped Crunchy Peanut Swirl Hakuna Brands LLC Dipped Crunchy Peanut Swirl Frozen Dessert Oats Bars, Dipped Crunchy Peanut Swirl Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 292kcal 4.6Protein 18.5Fat 30.8Carbs Hakuna Brands LLC Dipped Creamy Chocolate Oat Milk Based Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Bars, Dipped Creamy Chocolate Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 233kcal 1.7Protein 11.7Fat 31.7Carbs Vanilla Oat Milk Based Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Vanilla Hakuna Brands LLC Vanilla Oat Milk Based Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Vanilla Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving 160kcal 1Protein 5Fat 30Carbs Peanut Butter Swirl Oat Milk Based Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Peanut Butter Swirl Hakuna Brands LLC Peanut Butter Swirl Oat Milk Based Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Peanut Butter Swirl Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 182kcal 2.7Protein 8.2Fat 25.4Carbs Dipped Vanilla Oat Milk Based Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Bars, Dipped Vanilla Hakuna Brands LLC Dipped Vanilla Oat Milk Based Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert Bars, Dipped Vanilla Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 233kcal 0Protein 11.7Fat 31.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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