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Cupric Acetate

Moderate concern

Copper is an essential trace mineral, but excessive intake can cause GI distress and liver toxicity. Tolerable Upper Intake Level for adults is 10 mg/day.

Found in

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What it is

Cupric acetate (copper(II) acetate), a copper salt of acetic acid.

Source of copper in dietary supplements and fortified foods; also used in laboratory and industrial applications.

Why it's flagged

GI upset at high doses
hepatic toxicity with chronic excess

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Copper salts permitted as nutrient sources under 21 CFR 184

European Union — EFSA

Copper compounds evaluated as nutrient sources

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