Sodium molybdate
What is Sodium molybdate?
Sodium molybdate is an inorganic salt, a white crystalline powder. It is the sodium salt of molybdic acid. It is typically produced by reacting molybdenum trioxide with sodium hydroxide.
Is Sodium molybdate vegan?
Sodium molybdate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sodium molybdate a major allergen?
Sodium molybdate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Sodium molybdate used for?
Sodium molybdate is primarily used as a source of the essential trace mineral molybdenum in dietary supplements and some fortified foods, such as meal replacements.
Is Sodium molybdate safe?
Sodium molybdate is considered a nutrient and is authorised for use in food supplements in the UK.
Why it's used
Sodium molybdate is primarily used as a source of the essential trace mineral molybdenum in dietary supplements and some fortified foods, such as meal replacements. It is added to ensure adequate intake of molybdenum, which plays a role in various metabolic processes.
Health notes
Sodium molybdate is considered a nutrient and is authorised for use in food supplements in the UK. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated molybdenum and its compounds. Molybdenum is an essential trace element for humans, and deficiency is rare. Excessive intake can lead to adverse effects, but this is unlikely from food sources.
Allergen info
Sodium molybdate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
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