delta-Tocopherol
Also known as (+)-delta-Tocopherol, 8-Methyltocol, (2R)-3,4-dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol
Key facts
What buyers check first
- CAS number
- 119-13-1
- Formula
- C27H46O2
- Molar mass
- 402.66 g/mol
- Physical form
- Liquid
- HS code
- 293628
- Category
- Vitamins and nutraceutical actives

What is delta-Tocopherol?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Delta-tocopherol is a tocopherol in which the chroman-6-ol core is substituted by a methyl group at position 8. It is found particularly in maize (corn) oil and soya bean (soybean) oils. It has a role as a plant metabolite and a food antioxidant. It is a tocopherol and a vitamin E.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- (2R)-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydrochromen-6-ol
- CAS number
- 119-13-1 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 251562-63-7
- EC number
- 204-299-0
- Molecular formula
- C27H46O2
- UNII
- JU84X1II0N
- MDL number
- MFCD20486794
- InChIKey
- GZIFEOYASATJEH-VHFRWLAGSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C27H46O2/c1-20(2)10-7-11-21(3)12-8-13-22(4)14-9-16-27(6)17-15-24-19-25(28)18-23(5)26(24)29-27/h18-22,28H,7-17H2,1-6H3/t21-,22-,27-/m1/s1
- Canonical SMILES
- Cc1cc(O)cc2c1OC(C)(CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)C)CC2
- Isomeric SMILES
- CC1=CC(=CC2=C1O[C@](CC2)(C)CCC[C@H](C)CCC[C@H](C)CCCC(C)C)O
Synonyms
- (+)-delta-Tocopherol
- 8-Methyltocol
- (2R)-3,4-dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol
- (R,R,R)-delta-Tocopherol
- (2R,4'R,8'R)-delta-Tocopherol
- (2R)-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-6-ol
- (2R)-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydrochromen-6-ol
- (2R)-3,4-Dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol
- (2R)-2,8-dimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-6-ol
- (2R)-2,8-dimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-3,4-dihydrochromen-6-ol
- Rrr-delta-tocopherol
- (2R-(2R*(4R*,8R*)))-3,4-Dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol
- 2,8-dimethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman-6-ol
- D-delta-TOCOPHEROL
- (2R)-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol
- d-tocopherol
- delta-Vitamin E
- delta-D-Tocopherol
- (2R(2R*(4R*,8R*)))-3,4-Dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol
- 2H-1-Benzopyran-6-ol, 3,4-dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-, (2R)-
- 2H-1-Benzopyran-6-ol, 3,4-dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-, (2R)-
- Rel-(2R)-3,4-Dihydro-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol
- (R)-2,8-Dimethyl-2-((4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman-6-ol
- (2R)-2,8-dimethyl-2-[(4R,8R)-4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl]chroman-6-ol
- Vitamine E
Show all 31 synonymsShow fewer synonyms
- ()-delta-Tocopherol
- Delta-Tocopherol (Standard)
- delta-Tocopherol, d-
- (+)-delta-Tocopherol, >=90%
- D-d-Tocopherol (solution in hexane)
- delta-Tocopherol, analytical standard
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Physical form | Liquidexp.Measured value |
|---|
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 402.66 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 402.3498 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 8.22calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 29.46 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 2calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 12calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 29calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 2calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.78calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 3calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (1 violation)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
c1ccc2c(c1)CCCO2
2 rings, 10 atoms, the Chroman ring system.
4,102 other chemicals share this scaffoldSafety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
delta-Tocopherol suppliers
Sponsored listings first, then the documented ranking: membership, verification, replies, completeness, freshness and ratings
- ChinaUnclaimed profileDelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- China ManufacturerUnclaimed profileDelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- China, Changzhou ManufacturerUnclaimed profileDelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- Vietnam ManufacturerUnclaimed profileDelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- United States, HaywardUnclaimed profiledelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- Price on request
- United StatesUnclaimed profiledelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- United States, San DiegoUnclaimed profiledelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- United States, ShirleyUnclaimed profiledelta-TocopherolGrade, purity and minimum order on requestPrice on request
- Price on request
Suppliers marked Unclaimed profile have not claimed their profile yet. They are not verified by CompoundList, their offers are price on request and details may have changed, so please confirm them with the supplier. Company representatives can claim a profile with a business email on the company's own website domain. Our team verifies each claim and sends the result by email.
Where suppliers are based
14 suppliers in 3 countries
Send one request to many suppliers
Choose up to 10 suppliers or let us match your request. Compare quotes side by side, free.
delta-Tocopherol price
Indicative price range per kg from live supplier offers
Suppliers quote this chemical on request. Send one free request and compare quotes side by side.
Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Use classes: Food additives, Preservatives and Antioxidants, Safer Chemical Classes.
Industries and functions
Roles
- additive
- antioxidant
- eukaryotic metabolite
- food additive
- food antioxidant
- food component
- food preservative
- metabolite
- physiological role
- plant metabolite
Pharmacology
Delta-Tocopherol is the orally bioavailable delta form of the naturally-occurring fat-soluble vitamin E, mostly found in soybean and corn oils, with potential antioxidant activity. Although the exact mechanism of action of this tocopherol has yet to be fully identified, delta-tocopherol appears to have the ability to scavenge free radicals, thereby protecting cells against oxidative damage.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
United States
- Safer Choice ingredient list (USA)
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
Health and food
- Food additive
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code delta-Tocopherol is traded under.
Vitamin E and its derivatives
- China54.5%
- Switzerland * partner reported15.5%
- Netherlands11.1%
- United States21.2%
- Netherlands10.2%
- Germany10.0%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for delta-Tocopherol is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about delta-Tocopherol, based on the data on this page
What is delta-Tocopherol?
What is the CAS number of delta-Tocopherol?
What is the molecular formula and weight of delta-Tocopherol?
What is delta-Tocopherol used for?
Is delta-Tocopherol hazardous?
What is the HS code of delta-Tocopherol?
Where can I buy delta-Tocopherol?
What is the price of delta-Tocopherol?
Guides for buyers
Practical guides that help when you source, ship or handle delta-Tocopherol
- Article, QualityPharma grades explained: IP vs BP vs USP vs EPWhat the Indian, British, US and European pharmacopoeias are, how their monographs differ, what multi grade claims mean and why a grade alone does not make a product fit for medicines.Read
- Article, SourcingHow to write an RFQ that gets fast and accurate quotesWhat suppliers need to quote quickly and comparably: exact product identity, quantity and packing, delivery terms, documents, samples and payment, with a ready to use template.Read
- Guide, Trade and logisticsHS codes for chemicals and why they matterHow the Harmonized System classifies chemicals, the chapters that matter, the rules for chemically defined compounds and mixtures, and practical steps to find the right code.Read
Get quotes for delta-Tocopherol
Embed this structure on your websiteShow code
Paste this code into your page to show the 2D structure of delta-Tocopherol with a 3D view, its CAS number where known and a link back to this page. Free to use with the link kept.
<iframe src="https://www.compoundlist.com/embed/structure/delta-tocopherol-119-13-1" title="delta-Tocopherol structure on CompoundList" width="360" height="420" style="border:1px solid #E7E2DA;border-radius:12px;max-width:100%" loading="lazy" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin"></iframe>Explore more in Vitamins and nutraceutical actives or HS code 293628