RegulyzeFolic Acid
Folic Acid (also known as n-pteroyl-l-glutamic acid, 6S-5-methyltetrahydrofolic acid glucosamine salt) is a vitamin permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | As specified / GMP | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
Recommended Dietary Allowance (ICMR-NIN 2020)
| Group | RDA |
|---|---|
| Adult man | 176.47058823529412 mcg |
| Adult woman | 129.41176470588235 mcg |
| Pregnant | 335.29411764705884 mcg |
| Lactating | 194.11764705882354 mcg |
| Child (1–3 yr) | 70.58823529411765 mcg |
Source: Folic acid=Folate/1.7 DFE. RDA is a reference dietary intake — distinct from the maximum permitted supplement limit.
About Folic Acid
Folic Acid is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a vitamin. The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Folic Acid permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Folic Acid is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Folic Acid?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Folic Acid; permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Folic Acid belong to?
Folic Acid is classified under: Vitamins.
What is the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of Folic Acid in India?
Per ICMR-NIN (2020), the RDA of Folic Acid for adult man is 176.47058823529412 mcg. RDA is a dietary reference intake and is distinct from the maximum permitted supplement limit.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.