Tocopherols Mixed
This is what the ingredient is.
Mixed tocopherols are natural vitamin E compounds extracted from vegetable oils, containing alpha, beta, gamma, and delta forms.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
Used as a natural antioxidant to protect oils and fatty foods from rancidity. Also provides vitamin E activity.
Here is what food agencies say.
The FDA lists it as Generally Recognized as Safe. European food agencies allow it (E306). It is permitted in many countries worldwide.
Here is what research has found.
Natural source of vitamin E. an FAO/WHO expert committee confirms safety. Effective antioxidant with nutritional value.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Generally safe. Contributes to vitamin E intake. High doses may increase bleeding risk.
Sources
- FDA CFR 21
- EFSA Panel on Food Additives
- JECFA
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.