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E308AntioxidantLow concern

Gamma-Tocopherol

In plain words

The short version

γ-Tocopherol — the dominant tocopherol in soybean oil, with stronger lipid-peroxyl scavenging than α.

Why it's green

It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.

Safety

Safety profile

ADI not specified — considered safe. Endogenous metabolite; widely consumed at much higher levels through diet than as an additive. No documented adverse effects at typical intake.

The detail

Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.