Molecular structure of β-Tocopherol, CAS Number: 16698-35-4
β-Tocopherol (CAS 16698-35-4)
Alternate Names:
(R)-2,5,8-Trimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman-6-ol
Application:
β-Tocopherol is a naturally occurring forms of Vitamin E that is biologically less active than α-Tocopherol
CAS Number:
16698-35-4
Molecular Weight:
416.68
Molecular Formula:
C28H48O2
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β-Tocopherol is a form of vitamin E that is found in various dietary sources and is of interest in nutritional and biochemical research. It is one of the eight naturally occurring isomers of vitamin E. Studies involving β-Tocopherol focus on its capacity to scavenge free radicals, thereby protecting cell membranes from oxidative damage. In food science, research on β-Tocopherol examines its stability during food processing and storage, as well as its impact on the shelf life and nutritional quality of food products. Additionally, β-Tocopherol is investigated for its role in modulating signaling pathways and gene expression related to oxidative stress. Its presence in natural systems and its interactions with other forms of vitamin E are also key areas of study, contributing to a broader understanding of antioxidant mechanisms and nutritional science.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
β-Tocopherol, 25 mg | sc-471187 | 25 mg | $580.00 | |||
β-Tocopherol, 250 mg | sc-471187A | 250 mg | $4386.00 |