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Delta-Tocopherol
Delta-Tocopherol
Also known as: E309, δ-tocopherol
Low concern
Tocopherols are natural antioxidants and forms of vitamin E. Both FDA and EFSA permit them broadly with no ADI specified.
Found in
24 products
E-number
E309
What it is
Delta-tocopherol, one of four naturally occurring forms of vitamin E used as an antioxidant.
Antioxidant that protects fats and oils from rancidity.
Why it's flagged
- Minimal at food-additive levels
What regulators actually say
"Tocopherols. The ingredient is generally recognized as safe when used in accordance with good manufacturing practice."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as an antioxidant under 21 CFR 182.3890
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as E309 (delta-tocopherol); ADI not specified per EFSA 2015 re-evaluation
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