Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate)

Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate)

Item No. VIT-VITE-02
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Description
Description
Water-insoluble vitamin E formed by esterification of acetic acid & tocopherol. Purity >98%. Activity: 1000 IU per 1 g solution (about 1 ml).
Benefits
  • Provides excellent antioxidant activity on the skin but less so in cosmetic products since enzymes need first to cleave off acetate to form active vitamin E
  • Has moisturizing, soothing, and calming properties on the skin
  • Can improve the appearance of aged skin making it look visibly younger
Use
Add to to oil phase or final phase after emulsification. Typical use level 1-10%. For external use only.
Applications
All kinds of skin care products including sun care & makeup products.
CAS
7695-91-2
INCI
Tocopheryl acetate
composition
Tocopheryl acetate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Clear viscous yellow liquid, faint odor
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol & oil, water-insoluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Country of Origin
China
Raw Material Source
Trimethylhydroquinone and isophytol
Manufacture
Dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate is produced synthetically by the condensation of 2,3,5-trimethylhydroquinone with isophytol in an inert solvent (e.g. benzene or hexane) with a catalyst such as zinc chloride. The resulating alpha tocopherol is then treated with acetic anhydride to give tocopheryl acetate.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2936280000