Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin

Vitamin A Palmitate is a yellow to orange liquid that serves as a chemical raw material. It has a molecular formula of C36H60O2 and a molecular weight of 524.87 g/mol. This compound is insoluble in water but soluble in various organic solvents. With a purity of ≥ 98%, it is known for its stability and long shelf life of typically 2-3 years when stored in a cool, dry place. Vitamin A Palmitate is odorless and has a melting point of 28-29 °C. It is commonly used in various industries for its high vitamin A content, which can be beneficial for applications such as supplements, fortified foods, and cosmetics.

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Introduction

Vitamin A Palmitate, chemical name as retinol acetate, is the earliest vitamin being discovered. There are two types of Vitamin A: one is retinol which is the initial form of VA, it only exists in animals; another one is carotene. Retinol can be composited by β-carotene coming from plants. Inside the body, under the catalysis of β-carotene-15 and 15′-double oxygenase, β-carotene is transformed into ratinal which is returned to retinol by the performance of ratinal reductase. Thus β-carotene is also called as vitamin precursor.

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Application

---Nutritional Supplements: Be widely used in the formulation of nutritional supplements. It plays a crucial role in supporting vision, immune function, and healthy skin.

---Fortified Foods: Be often added to a variety of food products to enhance their nutritional value. Common examples include fortified milk, cereals, and infant formulas.

---Cosmetics and Skincare: Vitamin A, in the form of retinol or retinyl palmitate, is a popular ingredient in cosmetics and skincare products. It is known for its potential anti-aging benefits, such as reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and promoting skin cell turnover.

---Pharmaceutical Preparations: Vitamin A derivatives, known as retinoids, are utilized in pharmaceutical preparations. They are used in the treatment of various skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, and photoaging. Retinoids can help regulate cell growth and promote skin health.

---Animal Feed Additives: Be incorporated into animal feed formulations to ensure proper growth, development, and overall health of livestock and poultry. It helps them contributes to reproductive performance and immune function.

---Eye Health Supplements: Be often included in eye health supplements, either as retinol or in the form of beta-carotene. These supplements aim to support overall eye health and may be beneficial for individuals at risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other eye conditions.

Product specification

Parameter	Value
Chemical Name	Vitamin A Palmitate
Molecular Formula	C36H60O2
Molecular Weight	524.87 g/mol
Appearance	Yellow to orange liquid
Solubility	Insoluble in water
Melting Point	28-29 °C
Boiling Point	Decomposes above 250 °C
Purity	≥ 98%
Storage Conditions	Store in a cool, dry place
Shelf Life	Typically 2-3 years
Odor	Odorless
Density	0.941 g/cm3
Refractive Index	1.50
Optical Rotation	+24° to +28°
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Assay	≥ 1,000,000 IU/g (HPLC)
Microbial Limits	Conforms to industry standards