Ingredient

Vitamin E Added To Maintain Freshness

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add Vitamin E compounds, such as mixed tocopherols, to foods to prevent fats …

What it is

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble nutrient that occurs naturally in many foods. It is an antioxidant, meaning it helps protect cells from damage. In food processing, it is often added in the form of tocopherols, which are compounds found naturally in Vitamin E.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add Vitamin E compounds, such as mixed tocopherols, to foods to prevent fats and oils from going rancid, which helps maintain freshness and flavor. It is commonly found in cereals, snack bars, and other processed foods that contain fats.

Health notes

Vitamin E is an essential nutrient for human health. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists tocopherols as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food. International bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated Vitamin E compounds. While Vitamin E is vital, excessive intake from supplements can have adverse effects, but this is unlikely from food sources alone.

Allergen info

Vitamin E itself is not one of the nine major allergens. However, depending on the source and processing, some forms might be derived from soy or wheat, which are major allergens. Always check the product label for specific allergen information.

Products containing Vitamin E Added To Maintain Freshness

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Whole Grain Toasted Oat Cereal, Honey Nut The Silver Palate, Inc. Whole Grain Toasted Oat Cereal, Honey Nut Cereal 400kcal 10Protein 3.3Fat 80Carbs Whole Wheat Cereal, Multi-Bran Flakes The Silver Palate, Inc. Whole Wheat Cereal, Multi-Bran Flakes Cereal 400kcal 10Protein 1.7Fat 83.3Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. 365 Everyday Value, Chewy Granola Bars, Blueberry Vanilla, Blueberry Vanilla Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 371kcal 5.7Protein 2.9Fat 80Carbs Hormel Foods Corporation Meat Snack Mix, Pepperoni Pizza Other Snacks High in sodium — 36% DV per serving 511kcal 17.8Protein 28.9Fat 42.2Carbs Delhaize America, Inc. Nature's Place, Organic Peanut Butter Dots Cereal Cereal 407kcal 7.4Protein 7.4Fat 77.8Carbs 365 Everyday Value, Whole Grain Wheat Squares Cereal Whole Foods Market, Inc. 365 Everyday Value, Whole Grain Wheat Squares Cereal Cereal 367kcal 8.2Protein 2.0Fat 77.5Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. 365 Everyday Value, Organic Raisin Bran Cereal Cereal 327kcal 7.3Protein 1.8Fat 80Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. 365 Everyday Value, Protein, Fiber Flakes & Clusters` Cereal 400kcal 20Protein 10.9Fat 63.6Carbs Cinnamon Frosted Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal With Onyx Sorghum, Cinnamon Frosted The Silver Palate, Inc. Cinnamon Frosted Whole Grain Shredded Wheat Cereal With Onyx Sorghum, Cinnamon Frosted Cereal 385kcal 7.7Protein 1.9Fat 82.7Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. 365 Everyday Value, Coconut Craze Granola Cereal High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 491kcal 9.1Protein 21.8Fat 67.3Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Dark Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Chewy Granola Bars, Dark Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 429kcal 8.6Protein 14.3Fat 65.7Carbs The Silver Palate, Inc. Shredded Wheat Whole Grain Cereal With Onyx Sorghum, Shredded Wheat Cereal 367kcal 8.2Protein 2.0Fat 77.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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