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D-Biotin
D-Biotin
Low concern
Biotin is an essential B vitamin with adequate intake of 30 µg/day for adults per NIH ODS. It is GRAS for fortification.
Found in
5,009 products
What it is
D-biotin (vitamin B7/H), a water-soluble vitamin essential for fatty acid and amino acid metabolism.
Nutrient fortification; supplement.
Why it's flagged
- high-dose biotin interferes with lab tests including troponin assays
What regulators actually say
"The AI for biotin ... 30 µg for adults."
"Biotin in patient samples can cause clinically significant incorrect lab test results."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as a nutrient under 21 CFR 184.1083 and 582.5159.
European Union — EFSA
Authorized as nutrient under EU food supplement and fortification rules.
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