Trace minerals
Molybdenum
Sulfite oxidase
Cofactor for sulfite oxidase, xanthine oxidase, aldehyde oxidase.
Upper-limit caution
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level for Molybdenum is 2000 mcg per day. Routine intakes above this level — counting food + supplements — raise the risk of adverse effects. Multivitamins, fortified foods, and standalone supplements stack faster than people expect.
How Molybdenum appears on labels
Supplement labels list Molybdenum under several names depending on the chemical form used. Any of these on an ingredients panel counts toward your Molybdenum intake:
- molybdenum
- sodium molybdate
- molybdenum glycinate
Deep dive
For mechanism of action, dosing protocols, evidence grade, and interaction warnings on Molybdenum, see the full encyclopedia entry:
Molybdenum encyclopedia entry →Related trace minerals
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Get the appMedical disclaimer. This page is educational and does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare provider. Targets and upper limits are general adult reference values; individual needs vary by age, sex, pregnancy status, and clinical context.