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DL- α-Tocopherol
Product Details
Molecular Formula
C29H50O2
Molecular Weight
430.71
Appearance
Pale yellow oil
Grade
Pharmaceutical grade
Standard
USP/EP/JP
Description
DL-α-Tocopherol is the synthetic form of vitamin E, a fat-soluble compound. Chemically, it is a racemic mixture (approximately 1:1) of the eight possible stereoisomers of α-tocopherol. In contrast, the natural form (D-α-tocopherol) consists of a single stereoisomer (RRR-α-tocopherol). While the natural form generally exhibits higher biological activity, the synthetic DL form is more cost-effective to produce and is widely used in pharmaceutical formulations.
CAS Number
10191-41-0
Stability and Storage Conditions
It is sensitive to air, light, and heat
Solubility
H2O: insoluble
Storage
2-8°C
Boiling Point
200-220°C 0,1mm
Melting Point
2-4°C
Density
0.950 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Applications
This product is used to prevent and treat vitamin E deficiency, which can occur due to conditions like fat malabsorption syndromes (e.g., cystic fibrosis, Crohn's disease, cholestatic liver disease), abetalipoproteinemia, or in very low-birth-weight premature infants. Deficiency can lead to neurological problems (ataxia, neuropathy) and hemolytic anemia.
EC Number
233-466-0
Flash Point
240°C
Color
Pale yellow
MDL number
MFCD00072051
Water Solubility
Miscible with chloroform, vegetable oils, ether, acetone and alcohol. Immiscible with water.
pH
7 (20°C, 50g/L in H2O, slurry)
InChI Key
GVJHHUAWPYXKBD-IEOSBIPESA-N
LogP
12.2 at 25℃
F
8-10-23
HazardClass
10191-41-0(Hazardous Substances Data)
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