Alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha lipoic acid (CAS 1077-28-7) is a sulfur-containing antioxidant compound used in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and cosmetic manufacturing.

Where is Alpha Lipoic Acid used?

• Nutraceuticals and dietary supplements: capsules, tablets and functional foods for metabolic support
• Cosmetics: anti-aging creams and serums, antioxidant activity supporting oxidative stability
• Pharmaceuticals: active ingredient in intravenous and oral preparations
• Food-grade applications: antioxidant stabilizer in fortified products and functional beverage systems
• It functions primarily as an antioxidant and cellular cofactor.

Good to know: Common in markets where it holds drug status for specific neuropathic indications and therapeutic uses. R-alpha lipoic acid is also available as a distinct enantiomer-specific grade.

Commercial specifications

• Pharmaceutical grade meeting USP and Ph. Eur. specifications
• Bulk quantities for industrial-scale formulation