Inulin chicory root is a source of dietary fiber and a soluble fiber extracted from chicory root. It can be used as a bulking agent, sugar replacer, humectant, fat-replacer or texture modifier.

Inulin Chicory Root

Found In

  • Baked goods
  • Beverages
  • Breakfast cereals
  • Confectionery
  • Dietary supplements
  • Infant foods
  • Meat products
  • Pastas and other grain products
  • Sauces and condiments
  • Snacks

Also Known As

  • Chicory Inulin
  • Fructooligosaccharides or Oligofructose
  • Galactooligosaccharides

The Beverage Bottom Line

Inulin chicory root 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

U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)

Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS FDA-Notified, GRAS Self-Determined)

In 2003, FDA issued no objections to GRAS notice on inulin from the root of the chicory plant.

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European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

Considered a traditional food.

 

In 2014, EFSA evaluated health claims related to native chicory inulin.

In 2014, EFSA evaluated health claims around “non-digestible oligo- and polysaccharides including galacto-oligosaccharides, oligofructose, polyfructose and inulin” and calcium absorption.

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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)

Inulin is considered an ingredient and dietary fiber, not a food additive.

Health Canada

A dietary fiber. Ingredient has a history of safe use as a food.

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This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.