Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2)
Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) is a form of vitamin D that helps the body absorb calcium. Vitamin D2 is a micronutrient.
Found In
- Beverages
- Cereals
- Fortified plant-based milks
- Supplements
- Beverages
- Cereals
- Fortified plant-based milks
- Supplements
Also Known As
- Vitamin D2
- Vitamin D2
The Beverage Bottom Line
Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
FDA U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Safe for intended uses. (FDA Approved, GRAS FDA-Affirmed)
In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for vitamin D2 were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
In 1985 and 2009, FDA deemed vitamin D2 safe for intended uses.
In 1978, health aspects of vitamin D2 and vitamin D3 as food ingredients were evaluated.
Learn more →EFSA European Food Safety Authority
Safe for intended uses. Authorized for use in the EU (nutrient).
In 2024, EFSA evaluated the safety of vitamin D2 mushroom powder as a novel food.
In 2023, EFSA issued an opinion on the tolerable upper intake level for vitamin D.
In 2016, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values for vitamin D.
Learn more →Codex Alimentarius
Essential nutrients may be appropriately added to foods for various purposes.
Learn more →Health Canada
Safe for intended uses. Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) is permitted as a supplemental ingredient.
In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for vitamin D2 were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025