Sugar Fortified With Vitamin "a

Sugar fortified with vitamin A is a common table sugar (sucrose) that has been enhanced with vitamin A. Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and cell growth. It is typically added in the form of retinyl palmitate or retinyl acetate.

Manufacturers add vitamin A to sugar to help address potential vitamin A deficiencies in populations. It functions as a nutrient fortification. This fortified sugar is often found in baked goods like croissants, sweet rolls, and muffins, as well as in candies and powdered drink mixes.

In the US, vitamin A is regulated as a nutrient. The FDA considers added vitamins and minerals to be safe and effective when used as intended. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated vitamin A and established acceptable daily intake levels. While vitamin A is essential, very high intakes can lead to toxicity. Typical intakes from fortified foods are unlikely to cause harm.