Wheat Flour Niacin Reduced Iron

Wheat flour niacin reduced iron refers to wheat flour that has been enriched with the B vitamin niacin and the mineral iron. Wheat flour is made by grinding wheat kernels, and the enrichment process adds back nutrients like niacin and iron that may be lost during milling.

This enriched flour is widely used as a foundational ingredient in many processed foods, including baked goods like croissants, sweet rolls, and muffins, as well as in pasta, bread, and other grain-based products. Manufacturers add these nutrients to improve the nutritional value of foods and help prevent dietary deficiencies.

Wheat flour is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Niacin and reduced iron are essential nutrients, and their addition to flour for enrichment is approved by the FDA. JECFA has evaluated both niacin and iron and established acceptable daily intakes. There are no notable controversies regarding the safety of niacin or reduced iron when used for food enrichment at typical levels.