Gamma-Tocopherol

**Semantic type:** Vitamin

**Definition:** The orally bioavailable gamma form of the naturally-occurring fat-soluble vitamin E, found in certain nuts and seeds, with potential antioxidant activity. Although the exact mechanism of action of this tocopherol has yet to be fully identified, gamma-tocopherol appears to have the ability to scavenge free radicals, thereby protecting against oxidative damage.

**Synonyms:** - .GAMMA.-TOCOPHEROL - 2,7,8-trimethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)chroman-6-ol - Gamma-tocopherol