α-Tocopherol
Also known as: alpha-Tocopherol, D-α-Tocopherol, Vitamin E, (+)-α-Tocopherol, (2R)-α-Tocopherol, (all-R)-α-Tocopherol, R,R,R-α-Tocopherol, E vitamin
α-Tocopherol (CAS 59-02-9) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C29H50O2 and a molecular weight of 430.706 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 2.5-3.5ºC, a boiling point of 485.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 210.2±24.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 59-02-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-21423-3
- Molecular Formula
- C29H50O2
- Molecular Weight
- 430.706 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 2.5-3.5ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 485.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 210.2±24.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 430.381073 |
| PSA | 29.46000 |
| LogP | 11.90 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.495 |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Geissler RG, et al. In vitro improvement of bone marrow-derived hematopoietic colony formation in HIV-positive patients by alpha-D-tocopherol and erythropoietin. Eur J Haematol. 1994 Oct;53(4):201-6. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2932999099 |
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| Summary | 2932999099. other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of α-Tocopherol?
The CAS number of α-Tocopherol is 59-02-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-Tocopherol?
α-Tocopherol has molecular formula C29H50O2 and molecular weight 430.706 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of α-Tocopherol?
For α-Tocopherol, Upstream Products: Isophytol, Trimethylhydroquinone, 1-Butanol; Downstream Products: gamma-Tocopherol, Tocoretinate, durohydroquinone.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "α-Tocopherol (CAS 59-02-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-21423-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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