Cognis Nutrition & Health, LaGrange, IL, has self-affirmed that its Texapon K 12 P PH—a pharmaceutical grade, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) tabletting agent—is GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) following consultation with a panel of independent experts. SLS is a frequently used tabletting aid that works as a wetting agent, lubricant or solubilizer. GRAS status allows Texapon K 12 P PH for use in dietary supplements in the U.S. Texapon K12 P PH is particularly efficient in tabletting processes due to its small and consistent particle size, according to Cognis.