E306 – Tocopherol concentrate
AntioxidantsDescription
Mixture of tocopherols extracted from vegetable oils, acts as an antioxidant
Notes
Mixed tocopherols are essentially a concentrated blend of different forms of vitamin E that are extracted from vegetable oils like soybean, sunflower, or wheat germ oil. The extraction process involves separating these valuable vitamin E compounds from the oils through distillation and other refining techniques. What you end up with is a natural mixture that contains the same beneficial compounds your body recognizes as vitamin E. As an antioxidant, mixed tocopherols work like a shield against rancidity, preventing oils and fats in foods from going bad when exposed to air and light. You'll find E306 in a wide variety of products including vegetable oils, margarine, nuts, cereals, baked goods, and processed foods that contain fats or oils. It's particularly valuable in extending the shelf life of products that might otherwise develop unpleasant tastes or odors. This additive is completely natural since it's extracted directly from plant sources, making it suitable for vegetarian, vegan, and most religious dietary requirements. However, if you have a severe wheat allergy, you might want to check the source of the tocopherols, as some are derived from wheat germ oil. Generally speaking, mixed tocopherols are not only safe but actually beneficial, as they provide the same vitamin E your body needs for good health.