Vitamin A Palmitate Added Beta Carotene

Vitamin A palmitate is a form of vitamin A that is fat-soluble. It is made by combining vitamin A with palmitic acid, which is a fatty acid found naturally in palm oil and animal fats. Added beta carotene is a pigment found in plants that the body can convert into vitamin A.

These ingredients are added to foods as a nutrient to fortify them with vitamin A. Vitamin A is important for vision, immune function, and skin health. They are commonly found in fortified products like margarine, butter spreads, and baked goods.

Vitamin A is an essential nutrient. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers vitamin A palmitate and beta carotene to be safe when used as nutrients. Excessive intake of vitamin A can lead to health problems, but this is unlikely from typical food consumption. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated vitamin A and its derivatives.