Vitamin E
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10 YRS
10 YRS
1. Chemical Properties
- Alpha-Tocopherol Formula: C₂₉H₅₀O₂
- Molecular Weight: 430.71 g/mol
- Appearance: A yellow to amber, viscous, oily liquid.
- Solubility: Insoluble in water, freely soluble in fats, oils, and organic solvents.
- Stability: Sensitive to heat, light, and oxygen, which can cause oxidation and loss of activity.
2. Physiological Functions
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that plays a crucial role in protecting cells from oxidative stress. Its key functions include:
- Antioxidant Protection: Neutralizes free radicals, particularly those generated by fat oxidation, thereby protecting cell membranes, LDL cholesterol, and other lipids.
- Immune System Support: Enhances the function of immune cells, helping the body resist infections.
- Cell Signaling: Involved in regulating various cell signaling pathways.
- Gene Expression: Influences the expression of certain genes involved in cell cycle regulation and apoptosis.
- Skin Health: Protects the skin from UV damage and supports skin barrier function.
- Neurological Function: Contributes to the maintenance of normal neurological function.
3. Applications
Vitamin E has diverse applications across multiple industries due to its nutritional and functional benefits.
| Industry | Application |
|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | Used in multivitamin preparations, supplements for antioxidant support, and topical formulations for skin conditions. |
| Nutraceuticals | A key ingredient in dietary supplements for general wellness, immune support, and skin health. |
| Food & Beverage | Added as a nutritional fortificant to breakfast cereals, beverages, and infant formulas. Also used as an antioxidant preservative in oils, fats, and processed foods. |
| Animal Feed | A critical vitamin supplement in feed for poultry, swine, ruminants, and aquaculture to promote growth, health, and reproductive performance. |
| Cosmetics | Included in skin care products (creams, lotions, serums) for its antioxidant, moisturizing, and anti-aging properties. Also used in hair care products to condition and protect hair. |
4. Quality Standards & Specifications
The quality of Vitamin E is defined by various international pharmacopoeias and standards:
- USP (United States Pharmacopeia): Standard for pharmaceutical and nutritional use.
- EP (European Pharmacopoeia): Standard for the European market.
- JP (Japanese Pharmacopoeia): Standard for the Japanese market.
- Feed Grade: Adheres to standards set by organizations like the FDA (USA) and FSA (UK) for animal feed applications.
Key Specifications:
- Assay: Typically ≥ 96.0% (for dl-alpha-tocopherol).
- Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm.
- Arsenic: ≤ 2 ppm.
- Peroxides: Must comply with specified limits to ensure freshness and stability.
- Microbiological Limits: Must comply with specified limits for total viable count, yeast, molds, and pathogens.
5. Safety & Dosage
- Safety Profile: Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used in accordance with good manufacturing practices. However, high doses (exceeding 1000 mg/day) may increase the risk of bleeding in some individuals.
- Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA): Varies by age and gender, typically ranging from 15 mg (22.4 IU) to 19 mg (28.4 IU) for adults.
- Upper Tolerable Intake Level (UL): 1000 mg (1500 IU) per day for adults.
Company Overview
Tianjin Yuhai Yongsheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
Established on April 28, 2017, the company is registered at No. 2 North Road, Jinghai Economic Development Zone, Tianjin (East Science and Technology Park). The legal representative is Dou Peicheng.
Its business scope includes:
Technical promotion services;
Wholesale and retail of feed, feed additives, food additives, veterinary drugs, hardware and electrical appliances, chemical products (excluding dangerous goods and precursor chemicals);
Production of feed additives;
Import and export of goods or technology.
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Basic Information
| Company Name | Tianjin Yuhai Yongsheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd. | Country/Region | China |
| Business Type | business_type_options | Company Size | 30 |
| Established | April 28, 2017 | ||
| Address | |||
| Main Products | 1: feed 2: feed additives 3: food additives 4: veterinary drugs | ||
Company Introduction
Tianjin Yuhai Yongsheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
Established on April 28, 2017, the company is registered at No. 2 North Road, Jinghai Economic Development Zone, Tianjin (East Science and Technology Park). The legal representative is Dou Peicheng.
Its business scope includes:
- Technical promotion services;
- Wholesale and retail of feed, feed additives, food additives, veterinary drugs, hardware and electrical appliances, chemical products (excluding hazardous goods and precursor chemicals);
- Production of feed additives;
- Import and export of goods or technology.
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Vitamin E is a group of eight fat-soluble compounds that include four tocopherols and four tocotrienols. Of these, alpha-tocopherol is the most biologically active form in humans and is the form most commonly used in dietary supplements and fortified foods.
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