Vitamin A Palmitate (Retinyl Palmitate)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-6 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Fat-soluble vitamin A ester universally added to restore lost retinol in skim and reduced-fat commercial milks.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Restricted
Approved fortification in milk and cereals
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United States (FDA)
의무 강화 규정
Mandatory fortification in reduced-fat milks
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European Union (EFSA)
Restricted
EFSA upper limit to prevent teratogenicity
Commonly Found Foods
Low-fat milkfortified cerealsmargarine spreadsinfant formulas
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Natural carrot beta-carotene
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