Iodine

Origin of Ingredient

seafood, seaweed and iodised salt; supplements use iodide/iodate forms

History of Ingredient

Iodine became established through modern nutrition and deficiency research, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries. Supplement forms were subsequently developed to provide consistent, measurable nutrient intake.

Scientific Makeup of Ingredient

iodide is incorporated into thyroid hormones T3 and T4

UK Legal Claim

• Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function.
• Iodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
• Iodine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
• Iodine contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
• Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function. Conditions: Finished product must qualify as a source of the nutrient and meet the exact conditions of use in the current GB/EU register. Confirm the amount supplied by the recommended daily portion.

EU Legal Claim

• Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function.
• Iodine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
• Iodine contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system.
• Iodine contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
• Iodine contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones and normal thyroid function. Conditions: Finished product must qualify as a source of the nutrient and meet the exact conditions of use in the current GB/EU register. Confirm the amount supplied by the recommended daily portion.

US Legal Claim

FDA does not pre-approve ordinary dietary-supplement structure/function claims. Example for regulatory review only (NOT FDA-approved wording): “Supports normal energy and metabolic function.” The marketer must hold substantiation, avoid disease claims, use the DSHEA disclaimer and notify FDA within 30 days after first marketing.

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August 24, 2024

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