Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate
What is Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate?
Zinc sulfate monohydrate is a mineral compound that is the monohydrate form of zinc sulfate. It is produced industrially by treating zinc metal, zinc oxide, or zinc carbonate with sulfuric acid. It appears as a white crystalline solid or powder.
Is Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate vegan?
Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate used for?
Manufacturers add zinc sulfate monohydrate to foods as a source of the essential mineral zinc.
Is Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate safe?
Zinc sulfate monohydrate is permitted for use in food in the United States.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add zinc sulfate monohydrate to foods as a source of the essential mineral zinc. It is often used in fortified foods like breakfast cereals, snacks, and nutritional bars to help consumers meet their daily zinc requirements. It can also be used as a nutrient supplement.
Health notes
Zinc sulfate monohydrate is permitted for use in food in the United States. The FDA considers it Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as a nutrient supplement. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated zinc sulfate and established an Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI). Zinc is an essential nutrient important for immune function and cell growth. Typical intakes from fortified foods are unlikely to cause adverse effects.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate
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