No. EPG is not currently classified as an organic food ingredient.

Yes. EPG is made from vegetable oils and contains no genetically modified organisms.

On ingredient lists, EPG appears as "modified plant-based oil (EPG)" or "modified vegetable oil (EPG)." It is not considered a macronutrient and is labeled accordingly.

FAQs Archive - Epogee

Q: Is EPG safe for people with allergies?

Yes. EPG is free of the top food allergens, including wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, milk, eggs, and fish.

Q: Is EPG actually a fat?

EPG is based on a fat molecule but is not a triglyceride. It contains fatty acids, but only 8% are absorbed and counted as calories.

Q: Is EPG approved by the FDA?

Yes. EPG has full GRAS status and has been reviewed and accepted by the FDA.

Q: Does EPG cause GI distress?

EPG has been shown to be safe at consumption levels up to 150g/day. As with any dietary fat, maintaining a balanced intake of fiber and other nutrients is recommended.