Ascorbyl tocopheryl maleate

Ascorbyl tocopheryl maleate is a chemical compound, lipophilic molecule and amphiphilic lipid, which includes vitamin E, but is structurally different, synthesised by photosynthetic organisms via enzymes. It is generally produced from vegetable oils by Soxhlet extraction using hexane, but also by different multi-step processes. This ingredient is an ester of tocopherol and a blend of ascorbic and malic acids.

What it is used for and where
Cosmetics

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