CAS No. 58-95-7
Batch:
Purity:98
Chemical Structure
Check the
Vitamin E Acetate
product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.
| CAS Number | 58-95-7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular Formula |
C31H52O3 |
|
| Molecular Weight (MW) | 472.74 |
Vitamin E Acetate is a stable synthetic derivative of vitamin E that functions as an in vivo antioxidant. Upon enzymatic hydrolysis to free α-tocopherol, it scavenges reactive oxygen species (ROS) and inhibits membrane lipid peroxidation. This activity protects cellular components against oxidative damage, preserves cell membrane integrity, and maintains cellular homeostasis under oxidative stress conditions.
Batch:
All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
| Solvent | Solubility & Note |
|---|---|
| DMSO |
250 mg/mL
(528.83 mM)
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO. The recommended stock concentration is 10 mM in DMSO.) |
| Ethanol | 100 mg/mL |
| Water | Insoluble |
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).
Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.