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Vitamin E

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Vitamin E structure

Vitamin E 

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  • CAS No:

    2074-53-5

  • Formula:

    C29H50O2

  • Chemical Name:

    Vitamin E

  • Synonyms:

    RAC-ALPHA-TOCOPHEROL;2H-1-Benzopyran-6-ol, 3,4-dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl-, (2R)-rel-;[2R*(4R*,8R*)]-3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol;rac-2β*,5,7,8-Tetramethyl-2-[(4R*,8R*)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol;Vitamin E;(+-)-Med-e;(2R*(4R*,8R*))-(1)-3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol;2H-1-Benzopyran-6-ol, 3,4-dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-, (2R*(4R*,8R*))-(+-)- (9ci)

  • Categories:

    Cosmetic Ingredient  >  Antioxidant Ingredient

Description

ChEBI: (R,R,R)-alpha-tocopherol is an alpha-tocopherol that has R,R,R configuration. The naturally occurring stereoisomer of alpha-tocopherol, it is found particularly in sunflower and olive oils. It has a role as an antioxidant, a nutraceutical, an antiatherogenic agent, an EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor, an anticoagulant, an immunomodulator, an antiviral agent, a micronutrient, an algal metabolite and a plant metabolite. It is an enantiomer of a (S,S,S)-alpha-tocopherol.


Numerous foods provide vitamin E. Nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils are among the best sources of alpha-tocopherol, and significant amounts are available in green leafy vegetables and fortified cereals. Most vitamin E in American diets is from gamma-tocopherol from soybean, canola, corn, and other vegetable oils and food products. Such as:Wheat germ oil,Sunflower, safflower, and soybean oil. Sunflower seedsAlmondsPeanuts, peanut butterBeet greens, collard greens, spinach. PumpkinRed bell pepper. Asparagus.Mangoes. Avocados.

Vitamin E Basic Attributes

430.71

430.71

218-197-9

Light yellow to yellow

Characteristics

Vitamin E has demonstrated some success in the treatment of yellow nail syndrome when taken orally (600 EU to 1200 EU daily) for several months. Topically-applied vitamin E has also shown significant improvement in symptoms of yellow nail syndrome, as well as increased nail growth rates after six months.

0.93

485.9±0.0 °C(Predicted)

11.40±0.40(Predicted)

Store at -20°C,protect from light

Vitamin E Use and Manufacturing

Vitamin E supplement.


vitamin E (D-alpha-tocopherol; DL-alpha-tocopherol; tocopherol) is considered the most important oil-soluble anti-oxidant and freeradical scavenger. Studies indicate that vitamin e performs these functions when topically applied. It is also a photoprotectant, and it helps protect the cellular membrane from free-radical damage. In addition, vitamin e serves a preservative function given its ability to protect against oxidation. This benefits not only the skin, but also the product in terms of longevity. As a moisturizer, vitamin e is well-absorbed through the skin, demonstrating a strong affinity with small blood vessels and an ability to enhance blood circulation in the skin. It is also thought to improve the skin’s water-binding ability. In addition, vitamin e emulsions have been found to reduce transepidermal water loss, thereby improving the appearance of rough, dry, and damaged skin. This vitamin is also believed to help maintain the connective tissue. There is evidence that vitamin e is effective in preventing irritation owing to sun exposure: studies show that vitamin e topically applied prior to uV irradiation is protective against epidermal cell damage caused by inflammation. This indicates possible anti-inflammatory properties. Lipid peroxidation in tissues may be one cause of skin aging. Vitamin e, however, appears to counteract decreased functioning of the sebaceous glands and to reduce excessive skin pigmentation, which is found to increase almost linearly with age. It is available also as a tocopherol-polypeptide complex that delivers the vitamin in a waterdispersable form. In this way, when incorporated into cosmetic formulations, it does not need other compounds to assist in its solubilization. It is useful in anti-aging creams and lotions, and in uV protective products, tocopherol is a naturally occurring vitamin e found in a variety of cereal germ oils including wheat germ oil. It can also be produced synthetically.

Drug Function and Efficacy

It constitutes a variety of coenzymes, participates in the metabolism, utilization and synthesis of a variety of substances, promotes bone growth, maintains the structural integrity of epithelial tissue, and maintains normal growth and development

This ingredient has been used in drugs with the following functions (note: it does not mean that the ingredient itself has the following health functions)

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Registered Holders

  • Zhejiang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Vitamin Factory

    China China
    Active
  • Zhejiang Changhai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

    China China
    Active
  • DSM Vitamins Trading (SHANGHAI) Co., Ltd.

    China China
    Active

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