Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Chief inhibitory neurotransmitter that dampens neuronal excitability, dissolving daytime stress and preparing the brain for sleep.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved calming inhibitory neurotransmitter
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS relaxation and sleep aid
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized functional ingredient
Commonly Found Foods
Sleep wellness chocolatesanti-anxiety herbal spritzersrelaxation chews
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Fermented germinated brown rice
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