dl-a-Tocopherol96%

Product Description
DL-alpha-Tocopherol is a pale yellow or yellowish-brown, clear viscous oily liquid, nearly odorless; Darkens slowly on exposure to light or air.
Product Identification
Synonyms Vitamin E
CAS No. 10191-41-0
EINECS No. 233-466-0
INCI name Vitamin E

Specifications

Description
Slightly yellow to amber, nearly odorless, clear, viscous oil
Identification
A: Specific rotation, [α ]
B: Spectrophotometry
25D
C: Color reaction
0± 0.05
To conform
O
To conform
D: Thin-layer chromatograph
To conform
Related substances
To conform
Refractive index, N20
1.503~1.507
D
Absorption coefficient, E1%1cm
72-76 (292cm)
Sulphated ash
≤ 0.1%
Acidity
≤ 1.0 ml
Heavy metals (as Pb)
≤ 10 mg/kg
Arsenic
≤ 3 mg/kg
Pb
≤ 2 mg/kg

Hg
≤ 1 mg/kg
Cd*
≤ 1 mg/kg
Microbiological tests
Total bacterial count
≤ 1000 cfu/g
Total mold and yeast count
≤ 100 cfu/g
Coliform bacteria
<30 MPN/100g
Salmonella
N. D. / 10g
Assay
96.0%~102.0%


Compendial requirements
The dl-alpha-tocopherol contained in this product meets all requirements of the relevant monographs of USP and Ph. Eur. When tested according to these compendia.

Storage and Stability
The product may be stored for 24 months from the date of manufacture in the unopened original container and at room temperature.
It should be protected from light, heat, oxygen and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Once opened, use contents quickly.

Uses
As an antioxidant in oil and fat, fry and unsaturated fatty acid.

Safety
This product is safe for the intended use. Avoid ingestion, inhalation of dust or direct contact by applying suitable protective measures and personal hygiene.
See Material Safety Data Sheet for full safety information.

The country of origin
China

Package: (20/50/190kg)/drum

Compendia/Certification: FCC; USP; PH. Eur.