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Vitamin A Palmitate (IU/g): 250,000
Chemical Names: Retinyl palmitate, all-trans retinol palmitic acid ester
CAS: 79-81-2
Molecular Formula: C36H60O2
Molecular Weight: 524.9g/mol
EINECS NO. 201-22-85
Description: Free-flowing light yellow powder consisting of fine spherical particles.
Composition:
The powder partials contain vitamin A palmitate in droplets of 1-2um embedded in a matrix of gum Arabic (E414) and sucrose coated with starch. The product contains t-butylhydroxyioluene (BHT, E321) and sodium ascorbate (E301) as antioxidants..
Solubility:
The product can be dispersed even in cold water to form a table milky emulsion.
Specification:
Assay: Min.250,000I.U.Vitamin A (=75,000RE) per gram
Absorbance Ratios: Comply with Ph. Eur. and USP
Loss on drying: max.5% (4 hours at 105°C)
Monographs:
The vitamin complies with the current Ph., Eur., USP, FCC monographs.
Particle-size distribution:
100 % smaller than 425µm (40mesh USP)
min. 90% smaller than 250µm (60mesh USP)
max. 15% smaller than 150µm (100mesh USP)
Bulk density: Approx. 0.6g/ml
Stabilization/Stability:
The product is stabilized with BHT(E 321). It is sensitive to moisture, atmospheric oxygen, heat and light. The product is stable for at least 24 months when it is stored in the original containers at room temperature (about 25oC) with dry place.
Applications:
Food products:
The fine spherical particle has been specially developed for fortifying of sugar and for use in vitamin mixtures for the food industry.
The product is also very suitable for hypoallergenic foods, as it contains no protein. The regulations govering the use of BHT must be observed.
Packaging … 5-25kg fibreboard box with AL-PE laminated liner, heat-sealed
Storage … the product should be stored in the original containers at room temperature (about 25°C) with dry place
Shelf life …24 months
Note: Dry Vitamin A Palmitate 250 CK CWD must be handled in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet. |
