Lactoferrin
Lactoferrin is a glycoprotein that is a major component of the immune system and is found in human and cow milk. Lactoferrin has antimicrobial properties.
Found In
- Dietary supplements
- Infant formula
- Milk
- Protein beverages
- Dietary supplements
- Infant formula
- Milk
- Protein beverages
The Beverage Bottom Line
Lactoferrin is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Lactoferrin 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
Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS FDA-Notified, GRAS Self-Determined)
In 2001, FDA had no objections in response to a GRAS notice for the use of lactoferrin in sport and functional foods as generally recognized as safe.
Learn more →EFSA European Food Safety Authority
Considered a novel food. Safe for intended uses.
In 2012, EFSA assessed the safe uses of lactoferrin.
Learn more →JECFA Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
Not yet reviewed.
Health Canada
Ingredient has a history of safe use as a food.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025