SMILES:

CC1=C(C2=C(CCC(O2)(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)C)C(=C1O)C)C
(±)-α-Tocopherol Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the (±)-α-Tocopherol product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 10191-41-0
Molecular Formula

C29H50O2
Molecular Weight (MW) 430.71
SMILES CC1=C(C2=C(CCC(O2)(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)C)C(=C1O)C)C

Solubility

Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
Ethanol 100 mg/mL
DMSO 16 mg/mL (37.14 mM) ; Warmed with 60°C water bath ; Ultrasonicated
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.)
Water Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).

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Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.