Tocopheryl acetate

Product name : Tocopheryl acetate

CAS : 58-95-7

Molecular formula : C₃₁H₅₂O₃

Molecular Weight : 472.74

Product description :
Tocopheryl acetate, also known as vitamin E acetate, is a common vitamin supplement with the molecular formula C31H52O3 (for 'α' form). It is the ester of acetic acid and tocopherol (vitamin E). It is often used in dermatological products such as skin creams. Some studies have linked tocopheryl acetate to cancer.

Tocopheryl acetate is used as an alternative to tocopherol itself because the phenolic hydroxyl group is blocked, providing a less acidic product. It is believed that the acetate is slowly hydrolyzed once it is absorbed into the skin, regenerating tocopherol and providing protection against the sun's ultraviolet rays.