About Shellac

Resinous glaze for confectionery coating.

Dietary Supplement Label Database

Ingredient group data in NutriNav is aligned with the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD).

DSLD group id
9371

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1 form

Compare supplement forms of Shellac by absorption quality and what your body actually gets from each:

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Form Absorption Steps to absorb Notes Action
Shellac
  • Label category: Natural (Lac insect)
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Type: Other

Miscellaneous ingredients including fillers, binders, preservatives, artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners, and other additives found in supplements.

Absorption: Many of these ingredients are inert fillers or additives that may affect absorption of active ingredients.

Interactions: Some additives may have health concerns. Fillers may reduce absorption of other nutrients. Preservatives and artificial colors may cause adverse reactions in sensitive individuals.

What does the research say?

GRAS as glaze.