Tocopherol Acetate
What is Tocopherol Acetate?
Tocopherol acetate is a synthetic form of vitamin E, an essential nutrient. It is made by chemically combining tocopherol (vitamin E) with acetic acid. It is often used as a more stable form of vitamin E for fortification.
Is Tocopherol Acetate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Tocopherol Acetate a major allergen?
Tocopherol acetate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens.
What is Tocopherol Acetate used for?
Manufacturers add tocopherol acetate to foods as a source of vitamin E and as an antioxidant to help prevent fats and oils from spoiling.
Is Tocopherol Acetate safe?
Tocopherol acetate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or antioxidant.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add tocopherol acetate to foods as a source of vitamin E and as an antioxidant to help prevent fats and oils from spoiling. It is commonly found in fortified foods like cereals, beverages, and spreads.
Health notes
Tocopherol acetate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or antioxidant. Vitamin E is fat-soluble and plays a role in immune function and cell protection. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated tocopherol acetate. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects from typical dietary intakes.
Allergen info
Tocopherol acetate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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