Tocopherol
What is Tocopherol?
Tocopherol is a form of Vitamin E, a fat-soluble nutrient. It is found naturally in many foods like vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds. It can also be produced synthetically for use in food.
Is Tocopherol vegan?
Tocopherol is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Tocopherol gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Tocopherol a major allergen?
Tocopherol is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Tocopherol used for?
Tocopherol is added to foods primarily as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils from spoiling and to extend shelf life.
Is Tocopherol safe?
Tocopherol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive.
Why it's used
Tocopherol is added to foods primarily as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils from spoiling and to extend shelf life. It is commonly found in powdered drinks, snack and energy bars, cakes, cupcakes, and snack cakes where it helps maintain product freshness.
Health notes
Tocopherol is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. As a form of Vitamin E, it is an essential nutrient. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated tocopherols. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intake.
Allergen info
Tocopherol is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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