Comparing E392 - Extracts of rosemary vs E307 - Alpha-tocopherol

Synonyms
E392
Extracts of rosemary
rosemary extract
E307
Alpha-tocopherol
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Popular questions
  1. Can dogs have rosemary extract?

    Yes—small amounts of rosemary extract (E392) used as a food preservative are generally safe for dogs; avoid giving concentrated essential oils and stop if stomach upset occurs.

  2. Can dogs eat rosemary extract?

    It’s commonly used in dog foods as a natural antioxidant and is considered safe at low levels, but consult your vet if your dog is prone to seizures or is pregnant/lactating.

  3. Can cats have rosemary extract?

    In the tiny amounts used as a preservative, rosemary extract is generally considered safe for cats; do not use rosemary essential oil, as cats are very sensitive to concentrated oils.

  4. How to extract rosemary oil?

    Rosemary essential oil is typically obtained by steam distillation of the herb, producing a highly concentrated oil that is not the same as E392 and isn’t intended for ingestion without expert guidance.

  5. How to make rosemary extract?

    Commercial E392 is made by extracting rosemary with food‑grade solvents (e.g., ethanol), then purifying and standardizing carnosic acid/carnosol levels; at home you can approximate it by steeping dried rosemary in high‑proof food‑grade alcohol and filtering, though it won’t be standardized.

  1. What is d alpha tocopherol?

    It’s the natural stereoisomer of vitamin E (RRR‑α‑tocopherol, E307), typically derived from vegetable oils and used as an antioxidant and nutrient in foods.

  2. Is d alpha tocopherol natural?

    Yes—“d‑” indicates the naturally occurring RRR‑α‑tocopherol, usually sourced from plant oils; the synthetic form is labeled “dl‑” (all‑rac‑α‑tocopherol).

  3. What is d-alpha tocopherol?

    It’s the natural form of vitamin E (RRR‑α‑tocopherol, E307), the most biologically active isomer and commonly used as an antioxidant in foods.

  4. Is d alpha tocopherol synthetic?

    No; the “d‑” form is natural, while the synthetic version is the racemic “dl‑” (all‑rac) α‑tocopherol.

  5. What is d alpha tocopherol acetate?

    It’s the acetate ester of d‑α‑tocopherol used for improved stability in foods and supplements; the body converts it to active α‑tocopherol.