N-Acetylglucosamine (NAG)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Sweet-tasting natural amino sugar directly polymerized into hyaluronic acid for joints and skin hydration.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Direct hyaluronic acid building block with 3x higher absorption
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS gentle joint and skin nutrient
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized novel food
Commonly Found Foods
Joint mobility drinksbeauty watersspecialized pediatric milks
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Glucosamine hydrochloride
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