Phytomenadione (Vitamin K1)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Plant-derived fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting factors and osteocalcin bone protein synthesis.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved normal blood clotting vitamin
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United States (FDA)
신생아 분유 필수 배합
Mandatory in infant formulas to prevent infant bleeding
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized
Commonly Found Foods
Infant milk formulamedical enteral nutritionbone health dairy
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Natto ferment extract (Vitamin K2✓ MK-7)
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