Vitamin A Palmitate – 250,000 IU/g Powder

Retinyl palmitate is the fatty-acid ester of vitamin A most widely used in dairy, oil and supplement fortification. Oil concentrates suit softgels and liquids, while stabilised powders suit dry blends.

GUTINS Vitamin A Palmitate — 250,000 IU/g powder is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: 250,000 IU/g powder; form / technology: Powder / oil as specified; diet suitability: Verify carrier.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Contributes to normal vision
• Supports normal immune function
• Contributes to maintenance of normal skin
• Supports iron metabolism
• Oil-miscible form for liquid and softgel formats

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: General nutrition, premix, functional foods.

• Softgels and oil-based drops
• Fortified milk, margarine and edible oils
• Multivitamin tablets
• Vitamin premixes
• Gummies and chewables
• Skin care formulas (cosmetic grade)

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: Typically 700–900 µg RAE/day (approx. 2,300–3,000 IU); do not exceed 3,000 µg RE/day preformed vitamin A
• Typical use level: Dose-driven: 0.01–0.3% of powder forms in premixes and foods; oil form at ppm level in fortified oils, dairy and softgels
• Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
• Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.

Solubility & Formulation

Oil form soluble in oils and fats, insoluble in water; CWS/beadlet powders are dispersible in water

Storage & Handling

Store below 15–25 °C in sealed, light-protective containers under nitrogen where possible; avoid heat, moisture and oxygen.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Permitted vitamin A form in EU food supplements and fortified foods; GRAS in the US. EU cosmetic use is subject to concentration limits under the Cosmetics Regulation – verify current limits.

Diet suitability: Verify carrier. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).

Caution & Disclaimer

• Upper intake level for preformed vitamin A is 3,000 µg RE/day for adults
• Avoid high doses in pregnancy
• Do not combine with retinoid medications without medical advice
• Sensitive to light, oxygen and heat – store under inert gas
• Verify carrier (gelatin, sucrose, starch) for dietary claims

For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bulk & Wholesale Orders

Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.