Riboflavins
What is Riboflavins?
Riboflavins, also known as vitamin B2, are water-soluble vitamins essential for human health. They occur naturally in foods such as eggs, milk, meat, and green vegetables. Industrially, they can be produced through chemical synthesis or microbial fermentation.
Is Riboflavins gluten-free?
It is not a source of gluten.
Is Riboflavins a major allergen?
Riboflavin is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Riboflavins used for?
Riboflavin is primarily added to foods as a nutrient to fortify them, helping to prevent deficiencies.
Is Riboflavins safe?
Riboflavin (E101) is an authorised food additive in Great Britain, listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Riboflavin is primarily added to foods as a nutrient to fortify them, helping to prevent deficiencies. It is also used as a yellow colourant in various food products. Common examples include breakfast cereals, baked goods, and dairy products.
Health notes
Riboflavin (E101) is an authorised food additive in Great Britain, listed on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is also a vitamin, and its addition to foods helps maintain adequate intake. EFSA has evaluated its safety and established an acceptable daily intake (ADI) for riboflavin as a nutrient. At typical dietary intakes from fortified foods and natural sources, it is considered safe. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use as a food additive or nutrient.
Regulatory status
Authorised in Great Britain (FSA register): England, Scotland, Wales. FSA register of authorised products
Permitted uses in the EU
| Food category | Maximum level |
|---|---|
| 4.2.1 dried fruit and vegetables | No numerical limit listed |
| 4.2.2 fruit and vegetables in vinegar oil or brine | No numerical limit listed |
| 4.2.3 canned or bottled fruit and vegetables | No numerical limit listed |
| 4.2.4.1 fruit and vegetable preparations excluding compote | No numerical limit listed |
| 4.2.6 processed potato products | No numerical limit listed |
| 8.3.1 Non-heat-treated processed meat | No numerical limit listed |
| 8.3.3 Casings and coatings and decorations for meat | No numerical limit listed |
| 9.2 Processed fish and fishery products including molluscs and crustaceans | No numerical limit listed |
| 14.2.7.1 Aromatised wines | 100 |
| 14.2.7.2 Aromatised wine-based drinks | 100 |
Allergen info
Riboflavin is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not a source of gluten.
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