Vitamin A Palmitate & Vitamin D3 Added

Vitamin A palmitate and Vitamin D3 are fat-soluble vitamins added to foods. Vitamin A palmitate is an ester of vitamin A and palmitic acid, often derived from animal sources like fish liver oil or synthesized. Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is typically produced from lanolin (sheep's wool grease) or synthesized.

These vitamins are added to fortify foods, meaning to increase their nutritional value. They are commonly found in dairy products like milk and yogurt, as well as in some cereals, baked goods, and margarine, to help consumers meet their daily vitamin requirements.

In the US, vitamins A and D are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as nutrients. The FDA permits their addition to foods to prevent deficiencies. Both vitamins are essential for health; vitamin A supports vision and immune function, while vitamin D aids calcium absorption for bone health. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated these vitamins. Evidence generally supports their benefits at typical dietary intake levels.