Learn Glossary amino acid

Tyrosine

Level 2Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary

Tyrosine is a amino acid — Nonessential amino acid for development and function

What it does

Nonessential amino acid for development and function

Where you'll see it

protein foods

Benefits

Building block of protein

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • Notes: ASP; FDA asked for further study

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): the FDA has asked for further study of this additive