DL-alpha-Tocopherol

DL-alpha-Tocopherol is a synthetic form of vitamin E, a fat-soluble vitamin with potent antioxidant properties. Considered essential for the stabilization of biological membranes (especially those with high amounts of polyunsaturated fatty acids), d-alpha-Tocopherol is a potent peroxyl radical scavenger and inhibits noncompetitively cyclooxygenase activity in many tissues, resulting in a decrease in prostaglandin production. Vitamin E also inhibits angiogenesis and tumor dormancy through suppressing vascular endothelial growth factor gene transcription. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Ephanyl, Evitaminum, Profecundin and Syntopherol. Its PubChem CID is 2116.