Extract Warehouse is a premier manufacturer and global supplier of high-quality Vitamin A Oil and related nutritional raw materials in China. Backed by extensive industry experience and advanced production capabilities, our facility delivers premium-grade natural food supplements, dietary ingredients, and cosmetic raw materials. We are dedicated to supporting formulation developers, brand owners, and distributors with highly stable, rigorously tested, and compliant bulk ingredients.
Product Overview and Specifications
Vitamin A Oil, primarily supplied in its highly stable esterified form as Retinol Palmitate, is a vital fat-soluble nutrient. Unlike free retinol, the palmitate form offers superior oxidative stability, making it an ideal choice for complex formulations in the dietary supplement, food fortification, and personal care industries.
- Product Name: Vitamin A Palmitate / Retinol Palmitate (Vitamin A Oil)
- CAS Number: 79-81-2
- Available Specifications:
- Powder Form: 250,000 IU/g; 500,000 IU/g
- Oil Form: 1,000,000 IU/g; 1,700,000 IU/g
- Primary Applications: Dietary supplements, food and beverage fortification, cosmetics, and personal care products.
Physiological Functions and Health Benefits
Vitamin A oil exerts a wide array of pleiotropic physiological functions essential for human health and animal nutrition. Its core biological mechanisms include:
- Vision Health and Photoreceptor Maintenance: The most classical function of Vitamin A is its critical role in the retina. It maintains the circulation of rhodopsin (dark photosensitive substances) within visual cells, ensuring optimal low-light vision and overall ocular health.
- Epithelial Tissue Integrity and Dermatological Health: Acting as a coenzyme in glycoprotein synthesis, Vitamin A stabilizes the cell membranes of epithelial cells. This maintains the morphological and functional integrity of skin and mucosal barriers, making it highly effective in cosmetic formulations for skin repair and anti-aging.
- Genomic Regulation and Cellular Differentiation: Through retinoic acid receptors in the nucleus, Vitamin A exhibits nuclear hormone-like action, regulating the activation and transcription of messenger RNA to control cell proliferation and differentiation.
- Immunomodulation and Defense Mechanisms: Retinoids are indispensable for maintaining a robust immune system. They support the differentiation and proliferation of immune cells, enhancing the body's response to pathogens.
- Embryogenesis and Reproductive Health: Vitamin A plays a crucial role in reproductive tissues and mammalian embryonic development, heavily relying on retinoic acid receptors (RAR) for precise gene regulation.
- Cellular Regulation and Pathological Prevention: Beyond basic physiological maintenance, Vitamin A exhibits anti-cell proliferation properties, helping to correct various pathological states and potentially preventing precancerous lesions.
- Erythropoiesis and Iron Metabolism: It promotes hemoglobin production and enhances the mobilization and intake of dietary iron, supporting healthy red blood cell formation.
Industrial Applications and Formulation Compatibility
As a versatile raw material, Vitamin A Oil is widely utilized across multiple industries. Its lipid-soluble nature allows for excellent compatibility with various carrier oils and lipid bases.
- Dietary Supplements & Nutritional Products: Ideal for softgel capsules, hard capsules, and liquid drops. The oil form ensures high bioavailability and precise dosing for multivitamins and standalone immune support formulas.
- Food and Beverage Fortification: Used to enrich dairy products, plant-based milk alternatives, cereals, and nutritional bars, meeting daily recommended intake levels without compromising taste or texture.
- Cosmetics and Personal Care: Highly valued in anti-aging creams, serums, and moisturizers. Its ability to promote cellular turnover and maintain skin barrier function makes it a staple in dermocosmetics. It disperses well in anhydrous formulations and stabilized emulsions.
- Animal Feed and Pet Nutrition: Incorporated into premium feed premixes to promote growth, maintain mucosal immunity, and support reproductive health in livestock and pets.
Manufacturing Process, Quality Control, and EEAT
At Extract Warehouse, the production of our Vitamin A Oil adheres to the strictest international standards. The esterification process used to create Retinol Palmitate significantly enhances the active ingredient's stability against light, heat, and oxygen compared to pure retinol.
Our quality management system guarantees:
- Traceability: Complete batch tracking from raw material sourcing to the final packaged product.
- Rigorous Testing: Every batch undergoes comprehensive testing for potency, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbial limits.
- Standardized Production: Manufactured in GMP-certified facilities to ensure batch-to-batch consistency, purity, and reliability for large-scale commercial production.
Certificate of Analysis (COA) for Vitamin A Oil (1,000,000 IU/g)
Below is the representative analytical data for our premium Vitamin A Oil, demonstrating our commitment to purity and safety.
| Analysis Item | Specification | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Light yellow viscous oily liquid | Conform |
| Assay | ≥1,000,000 IU/g | 1,030,000 IU/g |
| Identification | The retention time of the principal peak conforms to which in the reference solution | Conform |
| Heavy Metal (Pb) | ≤10 ppm | Conform |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2 ppm | ＜0.05 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2 ppm | ＜0.05 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm | ＜1 mg/kg |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1 mg/kg | 0.1 mg/kg |
| Acid Value | ≤2 mg/kg | 0.15 mg/kg |
| Peroxide Value | ≤7.5 mmol/kg | 3.18 mmol/kg |
| Total Plate Count | ≤1000 CFU/g | ＜100 CFU/g |
| Mold and Yeast | ≤100 CFU/g | ＜10 CFU/g |
| E. Coli | ≤10 CFU/g | ＜10 CFU/g |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative |
| Escherichia coli | Negative | Negative |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative | Negative |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Negative | Negative |
| Conclusion | Conform with The Standard Of USP/EP. |
Certifications and Regulatory Compliance
Extract Warehouse ensures that our Vitamin A Oil meets global regulatory requirements. The following certificates and product documentation are available upon request to facilitate your registration and compliance processes:
- Quality & Safety Systems: ISO9001:2015, ISO22000, HACCP
- Dietary & Religious Certifications: HALAL, KOSHER, FDA Registered
- Technical Documentation: BSE/TSE Free, Non-GMO, MSDS, Allergen Statements, Vegan Certification, and Comprehensive Contaminants Analysis.
Packaging, Storage, and Shelf Life
To maintain the stability and potency of Vitamin A Oil, proper packaging and storage protocols are strictly enforced.
Packaging Options:
- 5 Grams to 2 kg: Packaged in premium, light-resistant Aluminum bags.
- 5 kg: Packaged in Aluminum tins (2 pieces per outer box).
- 25 kg: Packaged in standard export Drums.
- Drum Dimensions: 54 * 37 * 37 cm (Volume: 0.07 CBM)
- Net Weight: 25 kg
- Gross Weight: 28 kg
Storage Recommendations:
- Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry place.
- Protect from direct light, moisture, and pest infestation to prevent oxidative degradation.
- Shelf Life: 2 years when stored properly under recommended conditions.
Why Choose Extract Warehouse for Your Vitamin A Oil Supply?
Sourcing high-quality Vitamin A Oil requires a partner who understands the technical nuances of formulation and the strict demands of global supply chains. Extract Warehouse provides:
- Uncompromising Quality: USP/EP grade raw materials backed by rigorous in-house and third-party testing.
- Competitive B2B Pricing: Direct-from-manufacturer pricing structures designed to optimize your production costs.
- Flexible MOQ & Customization: Scalable solutions for both pilot-batch development and large-scale commercial manufacturing.
- Technical Support: Assistance with formulation compatibility, dosage recommendations, and regulatory documentation.
Request a Free Sample
We invite formulation developers, procurement managers, and distributors to test the quality of our products. Free samples are available for laboratory evaluation and pilot testing.
To request a sample, obtain a detailed quote, or discuss your specific bulk requirements, please contact our expert sales team:
Company: Extract Warehouse
Email: [email protected]
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