β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture)

Name: β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-042927

About β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture)

Vaqora Chemicals supplies β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture), an impurity of Tocopherol registered under CAS number 148-03-8. The compound has the formula C28H48O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 416.7 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2R)-2,5,8-trimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydrochromen-6-ol. Alternative names: Rel-Beta-Tocopherol and d-beta-Tocopherol.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

This Tocopherol impurity supports analytical method development and validation (AMV), batch release testing and the impurity sections of ANDA and DMF filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Tocopherol

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Tocopherol impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture)
Catalogue No.	VQ-042927
CAS Number	148-03-8
IUPAC name	(2R)-2,5,8-trimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydrochromen-6-ol
Molecular formula	C₂₈H₄₈O₂
Molecular weight	416.7 g/mol
Exact mass	416.3654
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	WGVKWNUPNGFDFJ-DQCZWYHMSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C2=C1O[C@](CC2)(C)CCC[C@H](C)CCC[C@H](C)CCCC(C)C)C)O
PubChem CID	6857447

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	10.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	29.5 Å²
Synonyms	Rel-Beta-Tocopherol, d-beta-Tocopherol, 5,8-Dimethyltocol, Cumotocopherol, Neotocopherol, p-Xylotocopherol, beta Tocopherol, (2R)-2,5,8-trimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol, (2R)-2,5,8-trimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-3,4-dihydrochromen-6-ol, (2R)-2,5,8-trimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol, 3,4-Dihydro-2,5,8-trimethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol, 2,5,8-trimethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman-6-ol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture)?

The CAS Registry Number of β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) is 148-03-8. It is also known as Rel-Beta-Tocopherol, d-beta-Tocopherol, 5,8-Dimethyltocol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture)?

β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) has the molecular formula C28H48O2 and a molecular weight of 416.7 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R)-2,5,8-trimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydrochromen-6-ol.

What is β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) used for?

β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Tocopherol. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) can I order?

We supply β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture)?

Yes. Every lot of β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) be shipped internationally?

Yes. β-Tocopherol (Racemic Mixture) is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.