EFSA Approves DSM's Optisharp

October 5, 2012

1 Min Read
Supply Side Supplement Journal logo in a gray background | Supply Side Supplement Journal

KAISERAUGST, SwitzerlandThe European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) issued a positive opinion of DSM Nutritional Products' nature-identical zeaxanthin ingredient for food supplements. The EFSA panel decided an intake of DSM's Optisharp up to .75 mg/kg body weight daily does not raise safety concerns.

Zeaxanthin, a main component of macular pigment, benefits eye health. The eye health market is booming, and the INSIDER slide show "Healthy Eyes Have It" analyzes market trends and key ingredients.

Subscribe for the latest consumer trends, trade news, nutrition science and regulatory updates in the supplement industry!
Join 37,000+ members. Yes, it's completely free.

You May Also Like