Ingredient

Vitamin C Palmitate

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Role in food

Manufacturers add vitamin C palmitate as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils in …

What it is

Vitamin C palmitate is a form of vitamin C (ascorbic acid) combined with palmitic acid, a fatty acid. It is synthesized by reacting ascorbic acid with palmitic acid. This combination makes vitamin C more stable and fat-soluble.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add vitamin C palmitate as an antioxidant to prevent fats and oils in foods from becoming rancid. It helps preserve the freshness and flavor of products containing fats, such as baked goods, cereals, and processed meats. It is often used in dry mixes and products where water-soluble vitamin C might degrade too quickly.

Health notes

In the U.S., vitamin C palmitate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient supplement or antioxidant. It functions as a source of vitamin C. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Vitamin C palmitate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Products containing Vitamin C Palmitate

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Bako Products, Inc. Cake Pops, Cherry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 367kcal 3.3Protein 15Fat 55Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Turkey Cobb Wrap Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 76% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 212kcal 10.9Protein 9.9Fat 18.7Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Italian Style Wrap Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 80% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 100% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 261kcal 12.0Protein 15.9Fat 18.7Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Chocolate Cupcakes, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 426kcal 3.3Protein 24.6Fat 47.5Carbs

Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Cherry Flavored Lightly Glazed Pie, Cherry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 363kcal 2.6Protein 17.7Fat 46.9Carbs Nonni's Foods LLC La Dolce Vita, Almond Pralines With Chocolate Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 412kcal 5.9Protein 20.6Fat 47.1Carbs Bako Products, Inc. Moist White Cake And Icing Center With White Coating Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 367kcal 3.3Protein 15Fat 55Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Peach Pie, Peach Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 363kcal 2.6Protein 17.7Fat 46.9Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Cherry Flavored Pie, Cherry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 363kcal 2.6Protein 17.7Fat 46.9Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Apple Flavored Pie, Apple Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 372kcal 2.6Protein 17.7Fat 48.7Carbs Bimbo Bakeries USA, Inc. Lemon Flavored Pie, Lemon Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 363kcal 2.6Protein 17.7Fat 46.0Carbs Jerry's Enterprises Inc. Chocolate Cupcakes, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 368kcal 7.0Protein 17.5Fat 49.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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