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Oligofructose Fibre
Oligofructose Fibre
Low concern
Oligofructose is a well-studied prebiotic fiber. FDA recognizes it as a dietary fiber.
Found in
28 products
What it is
Short-chain fructan dietary fiber typically derived from chicory root or produced enzymatically from sucrose.
Soluble prebiotic fiber, sugar replacer, and texturizer.
Why it's flagged
- GI symptoms at high intake (>10-15 g/day)
- FODMAP-sensitive individuals (IBS) may experience symptoms
What regulators actually say
"FDA reviewed scientific evidence and concluded that the following isolated or synthetic non-digestible carbohydrates have a beneficial physiological effect... including inulin and oligofructose."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Recognized as dietary fiber; GRAS notices accepted (e.g., GRN 44, 478)
European Union — EFSA
Authorized health claims under EU Regulation 432/2012 for chicory inulin/oligofructose
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