Description
Chemical Name: Tocopherol
Molecular Formula: C29H50O2
Molecular Weight: 430.71
Structural Formula:
Specification：
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Specifications
Melting point
2.5–3.5 °C
Boiling point
200–220 °C
Density
0.93 g/cm³
Flash point
240–250 °C
Solubility
Soluble in (CH₃)₂CO, ethanol, CHCl₃, (C₂H₅)₂O; insoluble in water
Odour
Typical plant oil odour
Items | Specifications |
Melting point | 2.5–3.5 °C |
Boiling point | 200–220 °C |
Density | 0.93 g/cm³ |
Flash point | 240–250 °C |
Solubility | Soluble in (CH₃)₂CO, ethanol, CHCl₃, (C₂H₅)₂O; insoluble in water |
Odour | Typical plant oil odour |
Function：
- Antioxidant activity is the core function of tocopherol.
- Tocopherol has physiological regulatory functions, such as protection of the reproductive system, cardiovascular protection, and immune regulation.
- As an essential fat-soluble vitamin for the human body, it is a key nutrient for maintaining health and has nutritional fortification functions.
Application：
- In the pharmaceutical and health supplement industry, tocopherol is used to treat vitamin E deficiency and as an antioxidant supplement.
- In the food industry, tocopherol is used as an antioxidant to delay lipid oxidation and food spoilage; it is also used as a nutritional fortifier in infant formula, functional beverages, and nutritional cereals.
- In the skincare industry, mixed tocopherols is added as an antioxidant component to creams, serums, and masks; it is also used in hair care products such as shampoos and conditioners.
- Tocopherol also helps enhance sunscreen effectiveness and is used in sunscreen products.
- As a feed additive, tocopherol is used in livestock and aquaculture to prevent diseases caused by vitamin E deficiency in animals.
- In the plastics and rubber industry, tocopherol is added as an antioxidant to polyethylene, polypropylene, and other plastic and rubber products, particularly suitable for outdoor use in pipes, films, and other applications.
Product Packaging and Transportation Show：
FQAs:
- Q1:What kind of packaging do the products usually come in?
A: This depends on the specific form of the product.
a1：If the product is in powder form, it is usually packed in 25kg woven bag/25kg cardboard drum, samples are usually bagged .
a2：If the product is liquid, it is usually packed in 180kg plastic drum/200kg iron drum, and the samples are usually in bottles.
a3：If customers have special requirements, please inform us in advance, we will choose the most suitable packaging according to the actual situation. - Q2:What is your shipping method?
A1：Usually, we will send small goods by FedEx, UPS and other international courier; bulk goods can be selected by sea, air or sea-land transport and other ways.
A2：If you have a designated courier or logistics channel, please be sure to inform us in advance so that we can arrange according to your requirements. - Q3: What methods can customers pay?
A: We offer a variety of payment methods, including TT transfer and credit card payment, which you can choose according to your needs. - Q4: What is your delivery time?
A: The exact delivery time will be determined according to the product category and quantity in your order. - Q5: If you have any questions or needs, please feel free to contact us, we will be happy to provide you with satisfactory service!