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Minerals
Also known as: Mineral
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'Minerals' is a non-specific umbrella term. Without identifying the specific mineral compound(s), severity defaults to moderate per the umbrella-term rule.
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4,886 products
What it is
Generic umbrella term for inorganic nutrient additives (e.g., calcium carbonate, ferrous sulfate, zinc oxide, potassium iodide).
Nutrient fortification.
What regulators actually say
"Affirmation of GRAS status is announced in part 184 or part 186 of 21 CFR."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Specific mineral compounds must be GRAS or food additive approved; identity should be on label.
European Union — EFSA
EU regulates specific mineral sources permitted in fortified foods (Regulation (EC) No 1925/2006).
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