| Vitamin E |
| Product Type |
Fat-soluble vitamin |
| Natural Form |
d‑Alpha Tocopherol |
| Synthetic Form |
dl‑Alpha Tocopherol |
| CAS No. |
59-02-9 ((Natural d‑α‑Tocopherol) |
| CAS No. |
10191-41-0 ((Synthetic dl‑α‑Tocopherol)) |
| Available Forms |
Oil / Spray-dried Powder |
| Natural Raw Material Source |
Soybean oil deodorizer distillate (primary)
sunflower oil deodorizer distillate (optional)
|
| Synthetic Raw Material Source |
Trimethylhydroquinone (TMHQ) and Isophytol |
| Product Color Reference |
Oil: Clear golden yellow to reddish-brown viscous liquid
Powder: Off-white to pale yellow free-flowing powder
|
Types of Vitamin E Products Comparison Table
| Product Item |
Type 1:
Natural Vitamin E Oil
d‑Alpha Tocopherol Oil
|
Type 2:
Natural Vitamin E Powder
d‑Alpha Tocopherol Powder
|
Type 3:
Synthetic Vitamin E Oil
dl‑Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate Oil
|
Type 4:
Synthetic Vitamin E Powder
dl‑Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate Powder
|
| Physical Form |
Viscous oil |
Water dispersible spray-dried powder |
Viscous oil |
Water dispersible spray-dried powder |
| Common Spec |
700 IU/g, 1000 IU/g |
50% CWS, 70% CWS |
50%,70%,96% |
50% CWS,70% CWS |
| Bioactivity |
High biological activity |
Retains natural high activity |
Standard bioactivity |
Standard bioactivity |
| Core Feature |
Clean label, premium grade |
Natural source, easy for solid formulation |
Cost-effective, large stable supply |
Economical, convenient for premix blending |
| Typical Application |
Softgels, high-end cosmetics, premium supplements |
Tablets, hard capsules, instant powder drinks, water-based functional food |
Mass softgels, food fortification, animal nutrition |
Tablets, feed premix, bulk functional powder |
| Solubility |
Oil-soluble |
Dispersible in water |
Oil-soluble |
Dispersible in water |
| Production Method |
Purification & distillation from vegetable oil by-products |
Spray drying of natural vitamin E oil |
Chemical synthesis |
Spray drying of synthetic vita |
Product Overview
Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol, exists in natural d-alpha-tocopherol and synthetic dl-alpha-tocopherol forms. It is a well-known antioxidant raw material supplied in oil and microencapsulated powder grades. The natural form features higher biological activity, while synthetic vitamin E provides stable supply with cost advantages. Both forms serve as effective antioxidants for formulation protection in dietary supplement and cosmetic applications.
Character
Oil form: Clear golden yellow to reddish-brown viscous liquid, mild characteristic odor
Spray-dried powder form: Off-white to pale yellow free-flowing powder
Oil grades are oil-soluble; spray-dried powder grades can disperse in aqueous systems
All grades are sensitive to heat, light and oxygen. Nitrogen-flushed sealed packaging is recommended for long-term storage.
Main Functions
Powerful Antioxidant: Neutralizes free radicals and protects active ingredients and oils from oxidative deterioration.
High Bioavailability (Natural d-alpha-tocopherol): Natural vitamin E exhibits superior biological activity compared with synthetic dl-alpha-tocopherol for nutritional formulations.
Free Radical Protection: Helps reduce oxidative stress for wellness formulations.
Oil Stability Preservation: Slows lipid oxidation to extend shelf life of finished products.
Applications
Dietary Supplements Used in softgels, tablets, hard capsules and solid beverage formulas. It acts as an antioxidant, protecting the formula components and serving as a nutritional ingredient for health supplement products.
Cosmetic and Personal Care Applied in skincare creams, lotions and serums. It works as an antioxidant ingredient, helps protect skin from oxidative damage and supports skin nourishment.
Packaging & Storage
Packing: 25kg/drum (oil); 25kg/fiber drum (spray dried powder)
Storage: Cool, dry, dark and ventilated environment, keep sealed under nitrogen
Shelf Life: 24 months under proper sealed storage
