Factory Stock (R)-LIPOIC ACID CAS 1200-22-2 | High Activity Antioxidant Raw Material, More Effective Than Racemic Alpha Lipoic Acid

Avoid Raw Material Homogenization Competition, R-Type Lipoic Acid Helps Boost Your Finished Product Profit Margin

Most buyers face problems with regular racemic lipoic acid: the S-isomer hardly penetrates human cells, resulting in weak antioxidant effects, severe price competition in the market, and low customer repurchase rate.

We supply pure R-(+)-Lipoic Acid, the natural endogenous stereoisomer in human bodies. It can pass through cell and mitochondrial membranes freely, with far higher bioavailability than S-type mixed lipoic acid and doubled antioxidant capacity. It acts as a core raw material for high-end differentiated health supplements and pharmaceuticals, helping you stand out from competitors and raise terminal pricing.

1. Product Basic Specifications for Quick Verification

Chemical Parameters

Chinese Name: R-Lipoic Acid
Standard English Name: (R)-LIPOIC ACID
Commercial Aliases: R-ALPHA-LIPOIC ACID, R-(+)-α-Lipoic Acid
CAS No.: 1200-22-2
CBN Number: CB00127252
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₄O₂S₂
Molecular Weight: 206.33

Physical & Appearance Index

Form: Ultra-fine flour-like yellow powder, no agglomeration
Color: Light yellow to bright yellow solid
Properties: Highly lipophilic, pKa=4.7, compatible with capsules, tablets, oral liquids and oil-soluble formulas

Product Introduction

Lipoic acid was first isolated from liver tissue in 1951. (R)-LIPOIC ACID is the only stereoisomer that efficiently targets mitochondria, widely preferred by premium dietary supplement and pharmaceutical manufacturers across Europe, America and Southeast Asia.

2. Three Core Purchasing Advantages to Highlight Your Finished Goods

1. Multi-Cycle Antioxidation, Higher Activity Than Racemic Lipoic Acid

As an endogenous human antioxidant, it delivers multi-level synergistic effects:

1. Stimulates endogenous production of vitamin C and glutathione to strengthen cellular antioxidant defense;
2. Converts into dihydrolipoic acid inside cells for drastically enhanced antioxidant power;
3. Regenerates vitamin C, vitamin E and other antioxidants to continuously repair oxidative cell damage.

2. Wide Formula Compatibility for Multiple Product Lines

– Oral Beauty: Accelerate melanin metabolism for anti-aging & brightening supplements
– Chronic Inflammation Relief: Inhibit inflammatory factors to ease persistent bodily inflammation
– Full-Body Anti-Aging: Slow cellular aging and decline of physical functions
– Immunity Support: Cooperate with coenzymes to optimize metabolism and strengthen natural immunity

3. Exclusive High Absorption of R-Isomer, Hard to Copy by Competitors

R-lipoic acid freely crosses cell and mitochondrial membranes and fully participates in internal metabolism.
By contrast, only trace amounts of S-type lipoic acid can enter cells, creating a huge gap in finished product efficacy. Our R-type material lets you build exclusive functional selling points.

3. Global Main Application Fields

Pharmaceutical API

High-activity vitamin pharmaceutical raw material, superior to racemic lipoic acid, suitable for auxiliary preparations targeting:
Blood sugar metabolism & diabetic complications, liver protection, cardiovascular care, cognitive decline & Alzheimer’s support.

Dietary Supplement Raw Material

Suitable for capsules, tablets, compound powders and oral liquids, popular in high-end anti-glycation, liver-protection and anti-aging supplements, stably exported to Europe, America and Southeast Asia.

Biochemical Research Raw Material

Supplied to universities and R&D labs for mitochondrial metabolism, cellular antioxidant and chiral drug comparative studies.

4. One-Stop Export Supply Solution for Global Buyers

Multiple Packaging Sizes for All Order Volumes

1. Sample Pack: 1kg aluminum foil vacuum bag / sealed plastic bottle, free samples for testing
2. Small & Medium Bulk: Aluminum inner bag + standard export carton, moisture-proof & light-resistant for sea freight
3. Full Container Large Orders: 25kg fiber drum lined with double food-grade aluminum foil, stable storage without caking
4. For Liquid Formulations: 1L / 25L food-grade plastic jerrycans

Factory Supply Guarantees

1. Long-term stable stock, consistent batch indicators and uniform fine powder to stabilize your finished product quality;
2. Complete export documents including COA, MSDS and Certificate of Origin for smooth customs clearance worldwide;
3. Compliant testing available per food & pharmaceutical regulations of Europe, America and Southeast Asia;
4. Sea & air shipping arrangements, reinforced packaging to prevent moisture & damage during transit.

5. Get Free Samples & Exact Quotation Immediately

Contact us anytime to request testing samples, competitive pricing, full COA and compliance documents.