Chemical Names: DL-a-tocopherol acetate, DL-alpha-tocopherol acetate, all-rac-alpha-tocopherol acetic acid ester, racemic 5,7,8-trimethyltocol acetate
CAS: 7695-91-2
Molecular Formula: C31H52O3
Molecular Weight: 472.8g/mol
EINECS NO. 231-710-0
Units:
1mg of DL-a-tocopherol acetate=0.67D-a-TE=1.00former USP unit
Description:
Free flowing, white to slightly yellowish powder consisting of fine spherical particles.
Practically odourless.
Composition:
The powder particles contain DL-a-tocopherol acetate in droplets of 1-2um embedded in a matrix of gum ariabic and sucrose and coated with starch.
Solubility:
Dispersible in cold water to form a milky emulsion.
Specification:
Assay: Min. 50% DL- a-tocopherol acetate per gram (=500 former I.U. of vitamin E=336 a-TE per gram)
Loss on drying: =5% (4 hours at 105°C)
Monographs:
The vitamin complies with the current Ph., Eur. FCC and USP monographs.
Particle-size distribution:
100 % smaller than 425µm (40mesh USP)
min. 90% smaller than 250µm (60mesh USP)
max. 10% smaller than 150µm (100mesh USP)
Bulk density: Approx. 0.6g/ml
Stabilization/Stability:
The product is stable for at least 36 months when it is stored in unopened original containers at room temperature (about 25oC) with dry place.
Applications:
Food products:
The product has been developed for enrichment of softdrinks and can also be used in effervescent tablets and dry food products such as dietetic products and milk powder.
Packaging …5-25kg fibreboard box with AL-PE laminated liner, heat-sealed
Storage …The product should be stored in the original containers at room temperature (about 25°C), with dry place.
Shelf life …36 months
Note: Vitamin E Acetate 50% CWS must be handled in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet. |
