Vitamin B7 is a water-soluble vitamin, also known as Biotin, that helps with the metabolism of fatty acids, glucose and amino acids, and that plays key roles in histone modifications, gene regulation and cell signaling. Vitamin B7 is an essential nutrient that can be added to foods.

Vitamin B7 (Biotin)

Found In

  • Bananas
  • Beverages
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Nuts
  • Seeds
  • Vegetables

Also Known As

  • Biotin
  • Hexahydro-2-oxo-1H-thieno(3,4-D)imidazole-4-pentanoic acid
  • Vitamin H

The Beverage Bottom Line

Vitamin B7 (biotin) 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)

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

In 1978, health aspects of biotin as a food additive were evaluated.

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European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

Safe for intended uses. Authorized for use in the EU (nutrient).

 

In 2014, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values for biotin.

In 2010, EFSA evaluated several health claims related to biotin.

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Codex Alimentarius

Essential nutrients may be appropriately added to foods for various purposes.

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Health Canada

Permitted for use in supplemented foods.

 

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

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