Dietary Reference Intakes: Copper
Dietary Reference Intakes: Copper
Source: IOM 2001 Dietary Reference Intakes for Copper Unit: mcg/day
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA)
| Population | RDA |
|---|---|
| Adult | 900 mcg/day |
| Pregnant | 1000 mcg/day |
| Lactating | 1300 mcg/day |
Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL)
| Population | UL |
|---|---|
| Adult | 10000 mcg/day |
⚠️ Do not exceed the UL without medical supervision.
Disclaimer
These values are from the National Academy of Medicine (formerly Institute of Medicine) Dietary Reference Intake reports. Individual needs may vary. Consult a healthcare provider.