Vitamin A Powder

High-Potency Vitamin A Powder – Premium 99% Retinol Supplement Solution for Global B2B Partners

Xi'an Jiayuan Bio-tech Co., Ltd. specializes in manufacturing pharmaceutical-grade Vitamin A Powder with an assay of ≥99% purity, meeting USP/EP/CP standards. Founded in April 2002 with RMB 30 million registered capital, the firm now has two GMP certified manufacturing lines and 30 skilled technical professionals committed to quality assurance. A white fine powder (CAS: 68-26-8, Molecular Formula: C20H30O), manufactured under ISO9001 certified processes to provide consistent potency and stability to nutraceutical manufacturers, pharmaceutical formulators and functional food makers globally. We have autonomous import and export rights and a full set of certifications including SGS and HALAL to provide dependable nutritious ingredients meeting the strict criteria of the worldwide market.

What Is Vitamin A Powder?

This is a dry, free-flowing type of retinol for use in manufacturing on an industrial scale. This powder form is more stable for storage and processing than liquid retinyl esters.

The molecular weight of 286.452 allows accurate dose estimations for formulators. Our product is protected by superior microencapsulation technology that protects the active ingredient from oxidation and moisture damage.

This structure permits a smooth incorporation into tablets, capsules, premixes and enriched food matrices without solubility problems or phase separation concerns.

COA of Vitamin A Powder

Product Name	Dry Vitamin A Palmitate 250 CWS
Ref standard	According with the USP,Ph.Eur.,DAB and BP
Items	Requirements		Results
Appearance	free-flowing powder		free-flowing powder
Colour	Yellow		Yellow
Dispersibility	CWS		CWS
Particle size	All pass 40 mesh		100.00%
	≥90% pass 60 mesh		94.20%
	≤15% pass 100 mesh		1.30%
Loss on drying	≤8.0%		4.4%
Heavy metal (in Pb)	≤0.001 %		Conforms
Arsenic (As)	≤0.0001 %		Conforms
Vitamin A Palmitate	≥25000 IU/g		251000 IU/g
Total Plate Count	≤5000cfu/g		Conforms
E. Coli	≤90 MPN/100g		Conforms
Fungi and yeast	≤100cfu/g		Conforms
Salmonella	Non-detected		Conforms
Conclusion	The product conforms to the USP,Ph.Eur.,DAB and BP

Functions

Main biological activities:

Vision Support: Retinol is necessary for the production of rhodopsin in photoreceptor cells, supporting adequate scotopic vision and corneal integrity.

Immune Modulation: Modulates epithelial barrier function and T-cell development to improve mucosal immunity against respiratory and gastrointestinal infections.

Cellular Differentiation: Regulates gene transcription to control skin cell regeneration and embryonic development via retinoic acid receptors (RARs).

Antioxidant Protection: Protects against free radicals in lipid-rich tissues, decreasing oxidative stress in cell membranes and maintaining cardiovascular health.

Application Fields

Our product is for three specialized industrial sectors:

1. Pharmaceutical Formulations: This pharmaceutical grade retinol is the highest purity and fulfills pharmacopeial standards for use in prescribed multivitamin injections and ophthalmologic formulations where proper potency is critical.

2. Nutraceutical Production: Ideal for hard shell capsules and compressed tablets. The homogeneous particle size distribution (40-100 mesh) assures content homogeneity of batches and avoids segregation of content during high speed rotary press operations.

3. Fortified Food Systems: Used in dairy products, baby formula and breakfast cereals. The powder can resist mild heat processing and retain bioavailability, addressing worldwide nutritional deficiency concerns in underdeveloped countries.

Quality Control

Parameter	Specification
Assay	≥99.0%
Appearance	White fine powder
Loss on Drying	≤5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤10 ppm
Microbial Limit	Total Plate Count <1000 CFU/g
Particle Size	90% through 40 mesh
Solubility	Meets EP requirements

We have three levels of testing i.e. verification of incoming raw materials, in-process monitoring, and testing of the finished product for release, utilizing HPLC and spectrophotometry.

Certificates

Our plant is certified by ISO9001 Quality Management System (2012) and is a High-tech Enterprise of Shaanxi Province (2013). All batches are accompanied by Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirmed by third-party testing by SGS. Vitamin A Powder HALAL accreditation confirms conformity with dietary rules in MENA regions.

Payment & Shipment

Term of Payment: We offer T/T , L/C , PayPal for purchase above 25kg. Flexible payment terms are available for sample orders.

Logistics Partners are: We work with Fedex, DHL, EMS, UPS, TNT and the main international shipping lines. We can express to most area in 5-7 days. If you don't have expertise in importing products, we can help with customs clearance in Europe and the United States, and deliver right to your warehouse door.

Packaging & Transportation

Standard packing: Double layer polyethylene bags in fiber drums (net weight per drum: 25kg). The aluminum foil liner keeps it shielded from UV rays and moisture during transport.

For orders above 500kg we may provide made-to-measure packaging options, i.e. vacuum-sealed bags, nitrogen-flushed containers etc. All shipments are in compliance with IATA air freight standards and IMDG guidelines for maritime freight.

Heat sensitive locations are catered for using temperature regulated logistics.

After-sales Service

Our technical support staff will reply to formulation queries and troubleshooting requests within 24 hours. Stability research results, application recommendations and regulatory documents are available upon request.

Any quality discrepancy, we guaranty the goods replacement or full refunds after inspection. Dedicated account managers follow your orders from production scheduling to final delivery confirmation.

Exhibitions

Xi'an Jiayuan Bio-tech is a frequent exhibitor at Vitafoods Europe, SupplySide West and CPHI Worldwide, where we showcase our latest developments in botanical extract. Visit our exhibit to talk about special specs and set up factory audits.

Why Choose Us?

Direct Factory Price: The direct supply of the factory removes intermediaries, and the purchase price is 15-30% lower than that of trading businesses.

Flexible MOQ Options: By using warehouse stocking services, you may buy many products in lesser amounts per SKU, enhancing your inventory turnover and removing recurring shipping costs.

Complete Logistics Solutions: Our worldwide delivery network and customs clearance know-how helps ease cross-border transactions, particularly for first-time importers faced with complicated regulatory environments.

Proven Track Record: Over 20 years of operational excellence. Backed by 30 technical personnel and two GMP manufacturing lines, we provide constant quality for your business.

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between pure product and diluted grades?

A. Pure powder (≥99%). This is for medicinal use when maximal strength is required. Dilution forms (e.g. 10% on maltodextrin carriers) provide for homogeneous mixing in large-scale animal feed or beverage fortification when microgram-level doses must be equally dispersed.

Q: What is the behavior of this product in high temperature processing?

A: Pure retinol is unstable over 100 degrees Celsius, however our microencapsulated version retains >90% potency during spray drying and mild extrusion operations. Please ask about our cross-linked coating variations for harsh situations (pelleting >85°C).

Q: Is yourproduct appropriate for vegan formulations?

A: Yes. Plants are used as precursors in our synthesis approach (no animal ingredients). We have vegan declarations and non-GMO evidence to fulfill the certification standards.

Q: What storage conditions avoid degradation?

A: Keep in firmly sealed containers, sheltered from light, at a temperature not exceeding 25°C and a relative humidity not exceeding 60%. Shelf life is 24 months under these settings with negligible potency loss.

Q: Can this powder be used in liquid supplements?

A: Standard grades are fat soluble. For watery applications we offer our CWS (Cold Water Soluble) version. Emulsifiers are added to allow quick dispersion without oil separation.

Contact Us

Ready to source premium Vitamin A Powder for your next production run? Contact our sales team at sales@jayuanbio.com and sales1@jayuanbio.com  for quotations, samples, and technical datasheets tailored to your formulation needs.