Vitamin E Tocotrienols
D-γ, tocotrienol, Tocotrienol, TOCOTRIENOL
- CAS
- 6829-55-6
- Sectors
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Food & Nutrition
Vitamin E Tocotrienols (CAS 6829-55-6) is a lipid-soluble tocotrienol of the vitamin E family, supplied as an oil or oil-based concentrate, and is listed in Annex II of Directive 2002/46/EC as a permitted Vitamin E source for food supplements and functional fortified foods. Density is approximately 0.973 g/cm³ (predicted); boiling point 507.5 °C (predicted). Supplied as an oil or oil-based concentrate. Tocotrienol tocopherol is listed in Annex II of Directive 2002/46/EC as a permitted Vitamin E source in food supplements. Authorised EU health claims (Reg. 432/2012) state that Vitamin E contributes to normal protection of cells from oxidative stress.
Vitamin E Tocotrienols is available from SoleChem as Food Grade and Pharma Grade material, held in stock for supplement and food production schedules. It ships in 25 kg drums or cartons, and 1–5 kg containers are available for small lots.
SoleChem supplies nutraceutical supplement and functional food customers under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018, with deliveries to more than 40 countries. A certificate of analysis (COA) and safety data sheet (SDS) accompany every delivery. Share your required grade, pack size and volume, and SoleChem will provide a quote.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C26H38O2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 382.58 g/mol |
| 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
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements
Vitamin E Tocotrienols serves supplement formulators as a Vitamin E source, listed in Annex II of Directive 2002/46/EC as a permitted Vitamin E source in food supplements.
- Food & Nutrition
Vitamin E Tocotrienols acts as a lipid-soluble antioxidant in functional fortified foods, where authorized EU health claims cover its contribution to protecting cells from oxidative stress.
Vitamin E Tocotrienols
Applications
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements: Vitamin E source; listed under Directive 2002/46/EC
- Food & Nutrition: lipid-soluble antioxidant in functional fortified foods
- Pharmaceuticals: pharma-grade oral dosage forms with defined tocotrienol content
- Cosmetics: topical antioxidant supporting skin lipid stability
- Animal Feed & Veterinary: Vitamin E source in premix and compound feed
Safety & Risks
Not classified as hazardous under GHS. Low acute toxicity profile. Use standard PPE (gloves, eye protection) when handling bulk quantities. Store away from heat, light and moisture; keep containers sealed.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg drums or cartons; 1–5 kg containers available for small lots. Store cool, dry and away from direct light.