Octacosanol
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Long-chain fatty alcohol from wheat germ optimizing muscular glycogen storage and aerobic stamina in athletes.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved physical endurance enhancer
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS athletic performance nutrient
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized food substance
Commonly Found Foods
Endurance running gelsathletic stamina barsrecovery shakes
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Wheat germ extract✓ Sugar cane wax
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