Noun
tocopheryl (plural tocopheryls)
(organic chemistry, especially in combination) A radical derived from tocopherol.
Alpha tocopheryl esters are de-esterified in the gut and then absorbed as the free tocopherol. citation citation Tocopheryl nicotinate and tocopheryl linolate esters are also used in cosmetics and some pharmaceuticals. Source: Internet
Some individuals experience allergic reactions to some tocopheryl esters or develop a rash and hives that may spread over the entire body from the use of topical products with alpha tocopheryl esters. Source: Internet
Synthetic all-racemic Synthetic vitamin E derived from petroleum products is manufactured as all- racemic alpha tocopheryl acetate with a mixture of eight stereoisomers. Source: Internet