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Methylmethionine

Low concern

Naturally occurring amino acid derivative widely consumed in vegetables; no significant safety concerns at dietary levels.

Found in
2 products

What it is

S-methylmethionine (SMM, sometimes called 'vitamin U'), a sulfonium derivative of methionine found naturally in cabbage and other plants.

Naturally occurring; sometimes used in dietary supplements.

What regulators actually say

"S-methylmethionine is a sulfonium compound found in many plants including cabbage and is consumed as part of a normal diet."

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Naturally present in foods; no specific food additive approval

European Union — EFSA

Naturally present in foods

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