Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) · Ingredient for Food Fortification & Dietary Supplements

Key characteristics

• Ingredient type: fat-soluble vitamin (vitamin D3) supplied as cholecalciferol.
• Function: nutrition fortification—supports vitamin D delivery in foods and supplements (claims and allowed uses vary by market).
• Potency: available in different activity levels (e.g., IU/g) depending on grade and format; typically handled as premix for accurate dosing.
• Stability: sensitive to light, oxygen and heat; stabilized and protected forms are recommended.
• Commercial formats:
  • Beadlets / spray-dried powders: for dry premixes, tableting and capsules; designed for good flow and blend uniformity.
  • Oily solutions: for softgels, drops and liquid supplements; dissolved in suitable edible oil carriers.
  • Water-dispersible emulsions: for selected beverage/food applications where permitted; requires matrix and process validation.
• Compatibility: interactions with minerals (iron/copper), peroxides and certain flavors can reduce vitamin stability; premix design is critical.
• Labeling: typically “vitamin D” and/or “cholecalciferol” depending on regulatory conventions.

Atlas supports customers in selecting the right vitamin D3 format, potency and premix approach to meet processing and shelf-life targets while supporting compliance.

Indicative specification points

Specifications vary by producer and grade. Typical parameters include:

• Assay/potency: declared activity (IU/g or equivalent) with tolerance limits.
• Appearance: beadlets/powder or clear oily solution depending on grade.
• Particle size (beadlets): controlled for uniform distribution in premixes and solid dosage forms.
• Loss on drying / moisture (powders): controlled for stability and flow.
• Peroxide value (oil-based grades): controlled to protect activity.
• Impurities and contaminants: controlled per applicable food/supplement standards.
• Microbiological criteria: applied for beadlet/powder grades as relevant for food/supplement use.
• Stability/overage guidance: recommended overage is application-specific and validated through trials and shelf-life studies.

Each batch is delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet. Additional documents can include GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability, Halal/Kosher where applicable, and compliance statements depending on grade and destination markets.

Dietary supplements

• Multivitamin tablets/capsules: beadlets/powders support accurate dosing and blend uniformity.
• Softgels and drops: oily vitamin D3 solutions enable fat-soluble vitamin delivery.
• Premix solutions: vitamin D3 is often combined with vitamins A, E, K and minerals; protect from oxidation and mineral catalysis.

Fortified foods & premixes

• Dairy products: fortified milk, yogurt-style products and dairy powders (validate processing and local requirements).
• Plant-based alternatives: fortification for plant-based drinks and dairy-style products using suitable formats for dispersion and stability.
• Bakery premixes and dry blends: beadlet forms designed for dry mixing and process tolerance.

Specialized nutrition (where permitted)

• Medical and sports nutrition: used in powdered and ready-to-drink products; select format for stability under heat and shelf life.
• Infant/child nutrition: strict regulatory controls apply; use only approved grades and documentation as required.

Beverages and liquid food systems

• Water-dispersible vitamin D3 emulsions can be used in certain beverage applications where permitted and technically feasible.
• Stability depends on pH, heat treatment, emulsifier system, packaging and storage; shelf-life validation is required.

Formulation guidance

• Dosing accuracy: because vitamin D3 is highly potent, use premix strategies and validated mixing procedures to ensure uniform distribution.
• Protection: minimize light/oxygen exposure; consider antioxidants and nitrogen flushing for sensitive systems.
• Processing losses: evaluate pasteurization/UHT and adjust overage based on measured stability in your product.
• Mineral interactions: iron/copper can accelerate degradation—use chelators/encapsulation and smart premix design.
• Compliance: verify permitted forms, maximum levels, claims and labeling requirements in each destination market.

Quality & documentation

• Supplied with agreed specification for potency, format (beadlet/oil/emulsion), stability and impurities.
• Each batch delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet.
• Documentation can include GMO status, allergen declarations, dietary suitability, Halal/Kosher where applicable, residual solvent statements (if relevant), and compliance statements (grade/market dependent).
• Production sites typically operate under recognized quality and food safety systems (producer dependent) suitable for food/supplement ingredient supply.
• Customers remain responsible for finished-product compliance, permitted use levels, labeling and claims in destination markets.

Packaging, storage & logistics

• Packaging: light- and oxygen-protective packaging is typically used; pack sizes vary by grade (drums, cartons, foil bags, etc.).
• Storage: store cool and dry, protected from light; keep tightly closed and follow producer temperature recommendations.
• Handling: avoid prolonged exposure to air and light; implement controlled handling for high-potency materials.
• Logistics: shipments arranged under FOB, CFR, CIF or other agreed Incoterms, with export/customs and documentation coordinated from Ankara.

To receive a tailored offer, please share your application (supplements/fortified foods/beverages), preferred format (beadlets/oily solution/water-dispersible), target potency (IU/g), process conditions (heat treatment/mixing), shelf-life target, annual volume, packaging preference, and documentation requirements (COA, Halal/Kosher, non-GMO, allergen, etc.) and destination markets. Our team will recommend suitable vitamin D3 grades and premix options.