L-α-glycerophosphorylcholine may be a supplemental source of choline.

L-α-Glycerophosphorylcholine

Found In

Beverages
Dietary supplements
Fruit and vegetable nectar

Also Known As

Alpha-GPC
Choline Alfoscerate
Glycerophosphocholine
GPC/Lecithin
L-Alpha Glycerylfosforylcholine

The Beverage Bottom Line

L-α-glycerophosphorylcholine is authorized for use in the U.S. and Canada. L-α-glycerophosphorylcholine has not yet been evaluated for use in beverages in Europe.

This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.

International Assessments and Authorizations

U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)

Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed, GRAS FDA-Notified, GRAS Self-Determined)

In 2021, FDA issued no objections to a GRAS notice on sunflower lecithins.

In 2012, FDA issued no objection to a GRAS notice on L-alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine.

In 2005 and 2006, dietary reference intakes for choline were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

In 1983, FDA affirmed lecithin as GRAS.

In 1979, health aspects of lecithin as a food ingredient were evaluated.

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