d-3-tocotrienol, CAS No. 14101-61-2

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14101-61-2

Catalog No. EBD228236

CAS 14101-61-2

Name d-3-tocotrienol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: d-3-tocotrienol (2R),3'-trans,7'-trans-tocotrienol (2R,3'E,7'E)-3-tocotrienol 2R-3-tocotrienol R-3-tocotrienol ′-tocotrienol 3-tocotrienol 2H-1-Benzopyran-6-ol,3,4-dihydro-2,7,8-trimethyl-2-[(3E,7E)-4,8,12-trimethyl-3,7,11-tridecatrienyl]-,(2R)-(9CI) D-G-TOCOTRIENOL (R-(all-E))-3,4-Dihydro-2,7,8-trimethyl-2-(4,8,12,16,20,24,28,32-octamethyl-3,7,11,15,19,23,27,31-tritriacontaoctaenyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-6-ol (2R)-2,7,8-trimethyl-2-[(3E,7E)-4,8,12-trimethyltrideca-3,7,11-trien-1-yl]-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-6-ol

Molecular Formula: C28H42O2

Molecular Weight: 410.64

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Biochemicals and Life Science Reagents > Vitamins and Coenzymes Functional Chemicals > Food Additives and Ingredients > Nutritional Fortificants

Product Description:

D-γ-Tocotrienol is a member of the vitamin E family, specifically a tocotrienol isomer. It is characterized by an unsaturated farnesyl isoprenoid side chain attached to a chromanol head, distinguishing it from tocopherols which have a saturated phytyl tail. This structural feature is believed to influence its biological activity and membrane interaction. Its primary applications are in the fields of nutrition, dietary supplements, and biomedical research. D-γ-Tocotrienol exhibits potent antioxidant properties and has been extensively studied for its potential health benefits beyond basic vitamin E activity. Research indicates it may support cardiovascular health by modulating cholesterol synthesis, possess neuroprotective effects, and demonstrate anti-cancer properties through the induction of apoptosis in various cancer cell lines. These attributes make it a key ingredient in nutraceuticals and functional foods. Due to its natural occurrence in sources like palm oil, rice bran, and annatto, it is also considered a natural nutritional supplement. Its role as a specialized, bioactive form of vitamin E places it at the intersection of life science research and the development of health-promoting products.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 530.8°Cat760mmHg

Flash Point: 218.4°C

Density: 0.964g/cm3

Storage: 2-8°C