Thiamin Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1)
Thiamin hydrochloride (vitamin B1) is the hydrochloride salt form of thiamine and is a vitamin essential for aerobic metabolism, cell growth, transmission of nerve impulses and acetylcholine synthesis. Vitamin B1 can be used as a nutrient in foods.
Found In
- Beans
- Beverages
- Meats
- Nuts
- Peas
- Whole-grain enriched cereals
- Beans
- Beverages
- Meats
- Nuts
- Peas
- Whole-grain enriched cereals
Also Known As
- Aneurine Hydrochloride
- Thiamine Hydrochloride
- Vitamin B1 Hydrochloride
- Aneurine Hydrochloride
- Thiamine Hydrochloride
- Vitamin B1 Hydrochloride
The Beverage Bottom Line
Thiamin hydrochloride (vitamin B1) is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Thiamin hydrochloride (vitamin B1) 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
Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed)
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for thiamin were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
In 1978, health aspects of thiamin hydrochloride and thiamin mononitrate as food ingredients were evaluate.
Learn more →EFSA European Food Safety Authority
Safe for intended uses. Permitted for use in the EU (nutrients).
In 2016, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values for thiamin.
Learn more →JECFA Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →Health Canada
Safe for intended uses. Thiamine hydrochloride (vitamin B1) is permitted as a supplemental ingredient.
In 2006, dietary reference intakes for thiamin were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025