Vitamin A Palmitate

Retinyl palmitate, or vitamin A palmitate, is the ester of retinol (vitamin A) and palmitic acid. Retinyl palmitate is a synthetic alternate for retinyl acetate in Vitamin A supplements, and is available in oily or dry forms. It is a common vitamin supplement, available in both oral and injectable forms for treatment of Vitamin A deficiency, under the brand names Aquasol A, Palmitate A and many others. Retinyl palmitate is used as an antioxidant and a source of Vitamin A added to low fat milk and other dairy products to replace the vitamin content lost through the removal of milk fat. Retinyl palmitate is also a constituent of some topically applied skin care products. After its absorption into the skin, retinyl palmitate is converted to retinol, and ultimately to retinoic acid.vitamin A palmitate is one of the popular food additives and ingredients in most countries.

• Supplier: Aprofood
• Product #: FA-00332