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Retinol
Retinol
Low concern
Retinol is essential at adequate intakes for vision, immunity, and reproduction. High chronic intake (especially supplements) can be teratogenic in pregnancy and cause hepatotoxicity.
Found in
49 products
What it is
Vitamin A in alcohol form (preformed vitamin A); used as a nutrient fortificant in foods and as a supplement.
Vitamin A fortificant in dairy/cereals; supplement ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- teratogenic at high doses in pregnancy
- hepatotoxicity at chronic excess
What regulators actually say
"Excessive intake of preformed vitamin A (retinol) during pregnancy is associated with birth defects."
"Vitamin A is generally recognized as safe when used in accordance with good manufacturing practice."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS as nutrient (21 CFR 184.1930 vitamin A)
European Union — EFSA
Authorized nutrient (Reg 1925/2006)
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