Vitamin A Pamitate

Vitamin A palmitate is an ester of vitamin A and palmitic acid. It is a form of vitamin A that is more stable than retinol. It is often produced synthetically.

Manufacturers add vitamin A palmitate to fortify foods with vitamin A, which is essential for vision, immune function, and skin health. It is commonly found in fortified dairy products, plant-based milk alternatives, cereals, and baked goods.

Vitamin A palmitate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement. The FDA has established a Daily Value for vitamin A to guide intake. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated vitamin A and its derivatives. Excessive intake of vitamin A can lead to toxicity, but this is rare from food sources alone and typically associated with high-dose supplements.