Zinc Oxide
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Stable, economical mineral source providing essential zinc for cellular immunity and child growth.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved standard zinc fortifier
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United States (FDA)
의무 곡류 강화 성분
Standard zinc source in breakfast cereals
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized mineral
Commonly Found Foods
Breakfast cerealsfortified protein powdersinfant cereal mixes
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Zinc gluconate✓ Zinc yeast
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