Ingredient

Tocopherol

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Tocopherol is added to foods primarily as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils …

What it is

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.

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.

Products containing Tocopherol

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ROUNDY'S Roundy's, Energy Drink Mix Packets, Wild Strawberry Powdered Drinks 312kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs DR. OETKER Mousse Puddings & Custards 455kcal 9.1Protein 13.6Fat 68.2Carbs PERFECTLY SIMPLE Limited Edition Bar Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 450kcal 25Protein 20Fat 45Carbs LETTIERI'S Ham, Egg & Cheese Stacker Squares Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving 221kcal 11.0Protein 10.3Fat 20Carbs Vienna Coffee Cookie COUQUE D'ASSE Vienna Coffee Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 531kcal 6.2Protein 31.2Fat 59.4Carbs White Torte Cookie CROWN CONFECTIONERY CO. White Torte Cookie Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 562kcal 6.2Protein 34.4Fat 59.4Carbs Choco Pie Cacao LOTTE Choco Pie Cacao Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 429kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 64.3Carbs MO MANUFACTURER Raspberry Lemonade Drink Mix Powdered Drinks 385kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Choco Pie Green Tea LOTTE Choco Pie Green Tea Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 429kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 64.3Carbs Love Crunch Premium Organic Granola NATURE'S PATH Love Crunch Premium Organic Granola Cereal 467kcal 6.7Protein 15Fat 70Carbs Chocolate Chip Muffins THE WORTHY CRUMB PASTRY CO. Chocolate Chip Muffins Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 392kcal 4.0Protein 20.3Fat 50Carbs KRAFT HEINZ BEVERAGES & SNACK NUTS Sparkling Drink, Orange Soda 20kcal 0Protein 0Fat 5.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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