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Rutin
Rutin
Low concern
A naturally occurring flavonoid. Generally regarded as safe at dietary levels; supplemental use studied for vascular and antioxidant effects with no major adverse signals.
Found in
14 products
What it is
Flavonoid glycoside (quercetin-3-rutinoside) found naturally in buckwheat, citrus, and many plants.
Antioxidant; ingredient in dietary supplements.
Why it's flagged
- Limited evidence for therapeutic claims
What regulators actually say
"Rutin is a flavonoid with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasoprotective activities; clinical safety profile is favorable at supplemental doses studied."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Sold as dietary supplement under DSHEA; not affirmed GRAS as food additive.
European Union — EFSA
EFSA has reviewed flavonoid health claims; rutin not specifically authorized for health claims.
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