Ascorbyl Palmitate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Fat-soluble ester of vitamin C and palmitic acid protecting oils and baby formula from oxidation.
Official Category: Antioxidant (산화방지제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved fat-soluble antioxidant
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS authorized
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Permitted in infant formulas
Commonly Found Foods
Infant formulavegetable cooking oilspotato chips
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Gold standard safe antioxidant
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