Description

Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol is a specialized chromanol derivative, a class of compounds valued for their antioxidant and stabilizing properties. This product is critical for formulators requiring high-performance additives to protect sensitive materials from oxidative degradation. It serves as a key intermediate and functional ingredient for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Antioxidant: Used in skincare formulations, sunscreens, and anti-aging products to stabilize active ingredients and extend shelf life.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic molecules with antioxidant activity.
• Food & Nutritional Supplement Stabilizer: Protects oils, fats, and vitamins in functional foods and dietary supplements from rancidity.
• Polymer & Plastic Additive: Acts as a stabilizer in plastics and synthetic materials to prevent oxidative breakdown during processing and use.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for studying antioxidant mechanisms and developing new materials.
• Industrial Fluid Stabilizer: Used in lubricants and hydraulic fluids to inhibit oxidation and maintain performance under stress.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
CAS No.	83923-51-7
Molecular Formula	C12H16O3
Molecular Weight	208.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5,7,8-Tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-6-chromanol; 6-Hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchroman-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Chromanol antioxidant derivative; Tocopherol analog; DMC; Vitamin E related compound
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Quality Control

Our Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen or argon) is recommended to preserve stability and potency. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.