Vitamin acetate

Vitamin acetate

Retinyl acetate; Vitamin A acetate; Retinol acetate; Acetate of vitamin A

CAS 127-47-9

Chemical Formula C₂₀H₃₀O₂

Molecular Weight 304.45 g/mol

Vitamin acetate generally refers to ester forms of vitamins combined with an acetate group, commonly used to improve stability and absorption. For example, Vitamin A acetate (retinyl acetate) is a stable form of Vitamin A used in supplements and skincare to support vision, immune function, and skin health.

Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Nutritional Supplement: Used in oral and injectable forms to treat or prevent Vitamin E deficiency.
  • Antioxidant in Formulations: Protects active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) from oxidation and degradation.
  • Topical Applications: Incorporated into ointments and creams for wound healing and skin regeneration.

2. Performance Chemicals

  • Intermediate in Vitamin Derivatives: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing other vitamin-related compounds.
  • Stabilizing Agent: Used in synthesis processes requiring antioxidant protection for sensitive materials.

3. Personal Care

  • Skin Care Products: Widely used in creams, lotions, and serums for its antioxidant properties, helping prevent premature skin aging.
  • Hair Care: Added to shampoos and conditioners to nourish the scalp and improve hair health.
  • UV Protection: Enhances protection against UV-induced damage when used in sunscreens and skincare products.

4. Food & Healthcare

  • Nutritional Fortification: Added to edible oils, cereals, baby foods, and beverages to boost Vitamin E content.
  • Food Preservative: Functions as an antioxidant to extend shelf life by preventing rancidity in fats and oils.

5. Animal Healthcare

  • Feed Additive: Supplemented in animal feed (poultry, cattle, aquaculture) to enhance immunity, fertility, and growth rates.
  • Antioxidant in Premixes: Prevents oxidation of vitamins and fats in premixed feed formulations.

Specifications

Assay Typically ≥ 98% (pharmaceutical grade)
Appearance Yellow to orange-yellow oily or crystalline powder
Odor Characteristic mild odor
Boiling Point 30 – 32 °C
Melting Point ~200 °C (decomposes)
Density ~1.03 g/cm³
Solubility Soluble in fats, oils, alcohol; practically insoluble in water
Viscosity Not applicable (solid/oily form)
Flash Point ~145 °C

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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Vitamin acetate?
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4. How can I ensure the quality of Vitamin acetate supplied by Multichem?                      
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