Dry Vitamin E 50%, Type SD is a free-flowing powder containing 500 IU vitamin E (dl-α- tocopheryl acetate) per gram, finely dispersed in a matrix of hydrolysed gelatine; the individual particles are coated with small amounts of silicon dioxide. Recommended application(s): For food supplements such as uncoated tablets, coated tablets, hard gel capsules, effervescent tablets, chewable tablets, powders, and liquid preparations; suitable for direct compression.