Vitamin E DL-Alpha-Tocopherol
DL-alpha-tocopherol, Ephanyl, alpha-Tocopherol, DL-, Vitamin E DL-alpha
- CAS
- 10191-41-0
- EC
- 233-466-0
- Food Code
- E307
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Animal Nutrition, Personal Care & Cosmetics
Vitamin E DL-Alpha-Tocopherol (CAS 10191-41-0) is the synthetic racemic form of alpha-tocopherol, a pale yellow to amber viscous oil supplied in Food Grade and Pharma Grade for food fortification, supplement, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and animal feed applications. Pale yellow to amber viscous oil; density 0.950 g/mL (20 °C), mp 94–94.5 °C, RI 1.506; miscible with chloroform, vegetable oils, ether, acetone, and alcohol; immiscible with water. Listed under Directive 2002/46/EC and Regulation (EC) 1925/2006. Available in Food Grade (FCC), Pharma Grade (USP/Ph. Eur.), and technical-grade specifications.
Vitamin E DL-Alpha-Tocopherol ships from SoleChem stock in Food Grade and Pharma Grade, with deliveries to more than 40 countries. The material is packed in 25 kg drums or IBCs for bulk orders, and 1-5 kg containers are available for small lots.
SoleChem serves food and nutrition, animal nutrition, and personal care and cosmetics customers under ISO 9001:2015, ISO 22000:2018 for food and nutraceutical products, and GMP+ FSA for feed products. A certificate of analysis (COA) and safety data sheet (SDS) accompany every delivery. Send your volume and destination for a bulk quote.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C29H50O2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 430.71 g/mol |
| Form | Pale yellow oil |
| Color | Colourless to Dark Yellow |
| Odor | at 100.00?%. bland |
| Melting point | 94-94.5 °C |
| Boiling point | 190 °C @ Press: 0.1 Torr |
| Density | 0.950 g/mL at 20 °C |
| Flash point | 240°C |
| pH | 7 (20°C, 50g/L in H2O, slurry) |
| GHS signal word | Warning · Irritant / harmful |
| HS code | 29362800 |
| Grades available | Food Grade, Pharma Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
Applications by Industry
- Food & Nutrition
Vitamin E DL-Alpha-Tocopherol serves food and supplement formulators as an EU-authorized fortification ingredient that protects cells from oxidative stress and prevents rancidity in oils and processed foods.
- Animal Nutrition
Vitamin E DL-Alpha-Tocopherol provides a vitamin E source for livestock and aquaculture feed, allowing animal nutrition buyers to include it in fortified rations.
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
Vitamin E DL-Alpha-Tocopherol supports personal care and cosmetics formulators by shielding lipid-based creams and serums from oxidation, helping maintain product stability over shelf life.
Vitamin E DL-Alpha-Tocopherol
Applications
- Food supplements & fortification: EU-authorised Vitamin E; protects cells from oxidative stress.
- Food & fats stabilisation: prevents rancidity in oils and processed foods.
- Pharmaceuticals: active ingredient in emulsions, topicals, and soft gels.
- Personal care & cosmetics: shields lipid-based creams and serums from oxidation.
- Animal nutrition: Vitamin E source in livestock and aquaculture feed.
Safety & Risks
GHS Warning; H317 (may cause allergic skin reaction). Low overall hazard profile. Avoid skin contact; use gloves and eye protection. Flash point 240 °C. Store away from heat, light, and oxidising agents.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg drums or IBCs for bulk orders; 1–5 kg containers available for small lots. Store cool, dry, and away from light.