Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopherol)

D-alpha tocopherol is a natural form of vitamin E that helps protect cells from damage. Vitamin E is a micronutrient that can be added to foods and supplements for its antioxidant benefits.

Found In
  • Beverages
  • Nuts
  • Vegetable oils
Also Known As
  • Alpha-Tocopherol
  • DL-Alpha-Tocopherol
  • E307
  • Natural Vitamin E
The Beverage Bottom Line

Vitamin E (D-alpha-tocopherol) 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

Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (, )

In 2018, issued no objections to a notice on a-tocopherol acetate.

In 2006, dietary reference intakes for D-alpha-tocopherol were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

In 1975, health aspects of alpha-tocopherol acetate for use as a food ingredient were evaluated.

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European Food Safety Authority

Safe for intended uses.

In 2024, EFSA issued an opinion on the tolerable upper intake level for vitamin E.

In 2015, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values for vitamin E as α-tocopherol.

In 2015, EFSA re-evaluated the safety of tocopherol-rich extract (E 306), α-tocopherol (E 307), γ-tocopherol (E 308) and δ-tocopherol (E 309) as food additives.

In 2010 and 2016, EFSA assessed health claims related to vitamin E.

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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives

Safe for intended uses.

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Safe for intended uses.

In 2006, dietary reference intakes for D-alpha-tocopherol were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

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This page was last updated on 9/09/2025