Vernon Walden’s Low Alpha Mixed Tocopherol Concentrate Powder is specifically designed for applications requiring potent antioxidant activity—without the interference of high alpha-tocopherol content. Formulated for both human and pet food applications, this cold-water dispersible powder is ideal for extending shelf life in high-fat products and delivering functional nutrition in powdered supplements and food systems.

Unlike conventional vitamin E ingredients, this blend is rich in gamma (65%) and delta (23%) tocopherols—the most effective natural antioxidants for fats. Manufactured in the USA using IP-certified Non-GMO tocopherol oil and excipients, it’s a clean-label solution for formulators seeking oxidative protection and nutritional support without compromising bioavailability.

✅ Key Features

• 300 mg/g Total Tocopherols

• Low Alpha Formulation: Only 10% alpha-tocopherol

• Rich in Gamma (65%) & Delta (23%) Isomers

• Excellent Natural Antioxidant for Fats

• Cold-Water Dispersible with Milky Appearance

• Non-GMO & IP-Certified Ingredients

• Food-Grade & FCC Compliant

• Powder Production – Water Only Used in Production Process

• Manufactured in an FDA & USDA certified manufacturing facility, who also hold a US Drug Master File for the production of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, as well as successful 3rd party audits according to SQF standards

• This product is manufactured with US Produced, Non-GMO Corn Starch

• All products are free of animal derived ingredients

• All products are acceptable for use in Halal-Compatible foods in the USA

• All excipients are Non-GMO

• Kosher-Certified to support growing demand for dietary-compliant formulations

• 48-month shelf life under proper storage conditions

• Manufactured in the USA.

👤 Who Is This For?

• Functional food & beverage formulators seeking antioxidant protection without prooxidant risk caused by alpha tocopherol

• Nutraceutical brands looking to balance tocopherol isomers in dietary supplements

• Clean-label brands needing a Non-GMO, low alpha tocopherol source

• Exporters and private label manufacturers requiring long shelf life, regulatory compliance, and consistent quality

🧪 Applications

• Natural antioxidant in pet treats, baked goods, and high-fat snacks

• Flour and dry blend stabilization

• Shelf life extension in omega-rich formulations

• Nutritional premixes and powdered beverages

• Source of gamma and delta tocopherols in dietary supplements

• Functional foods requiring oxidative stability without added synthetic preservatives

📦 Packaging & Handling

Each lot is packaged in 25 kg net weight boxes, lined with dual polyethylene bags and secured with tamper-evident seals to maintain product integrity.

🧊 Storage Instructions

Keep in airtight, moisture-resistant packaging stored in a cool, dry location, away from light, alkali substances, and transition metals to preserve product potency. 

Ideal storage temperature: below 25°C (77°F).  Keep packaging tightly closed when not in use.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Q: Why use Low Alpha instead of High Alpha Vitamin E?
A: High Alpha tocopherol can suppress absorption of Gamma and Delta isomers and may act as a prooxidant in isolation. Our Low Alpha blend delivers balanced antioxidant activity and superior fat protection.

Q: Is this product suitable for both human and animal consumption?
A: Yes, it’s widely used in human food, supplements, and pet food applications. Always confirm regulatory compliance for your specific use case.

Q: What makes gamma and delta tocopherols better antioxidants?
A: These isomers are more effective than alpha tocopherol at scavenging free radicals and preventing lipid oxidation in high-fat systems.  While low levels  of Alpha tocopherol can provide help slow oxidation, higher levels of Alpha tocopherol, particularly in the absence of Delta and Gamma tocopherols, will often act as a prooxidant and accelerate oxidation in high fat formulations.

Q: Can this be used as a nutritional supplement?
A: Yes. While only alpha tocopherol is classified as “Vitamin E,” gamma and delta provide important antioxidant support and are commonly used in nutraceutical blends.  The low alpha content can be advantageous as the Tocopherol Transfer Protein preferentially binds Alpha tocopherol, and will only take up Gamma and Delta protein if no alpha is present.  For this reason High Alpha products essentially block the uptake of Gamma and Delta tocopherols as the Tocopherol Transfer Protein is consumed with binding all of the Alpha present.  While technically not Vitamins, Gamma and Delta tocopherols both have biological benefits to humans and animals including antioxidant benefits more powerful than Vitamin E.