Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) is a form of vitamin D that helps the body absorb calcium. Vitamin D2 is a micronutrient.

Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol)

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Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.

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

Safe for intended uses. (FDA Approved, GRAS FDA-Affirmed)

In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for vitamin D2 were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

In 1985 and 2009, FDA deemed vitamin D2 safe for intended uses.

In 1978, health aspects of vitamin D2 and vitamin D3 as food ingredients were evaluated.

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

In 2024, EFSA evaluated the safety of vitamin D2 mushroom powder as a novel food.

In 2023, EFSA issued an opinion on the tolerable upper intake level for vitamin D.

In 2016, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values for vitamin D.

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

Safe for intended uses. Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) is permitted as a supplemental ingredient.

In 2006 and 2011, dietary reference intakes for vitamin D2 were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

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