Molekula
All-trans-Retinal
All-trans-Retinal is a retinoid compound essential in visual pigment regeneration and cellular signaling. It is used in biochemical research, ophthalmology studies, and retinoid pathway investigations. Available with CAS number 116-31-4, molecular formula C20H28O, and molecular weight 284.44 g/mol. Stored at -15 to -20 °C. Hazard classification includes Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies All-trans-Retinal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
All-trans-Retinal is a retinoid compound essential in visual pigment regeneration and cellular signaling. It is used in biochemical research, ophthalmology studies, and retinoid pathway investigations. Available with CAS number 116-31-4, molecular formula C20H28O, and molecular weight 284.44 g/mol. Stored at -15 to -20 °C. Hazard classification includes Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies All-trans-Retinal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to orange powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Water Content | ≤1.0 % |
| Assay HPLC | ≥98% |
| Solubiility | Yellow, Clear (5 mg/ml Acetonitrile) |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Shelf Life | 48 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 116-31-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C20H28O |
| Molecular Weight | 284.44 |
| SMILES | O=CC=C(C=CC=C(C=CC1=C(C)CCCC1(C)C)C)C |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2936.21.00.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2936210000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Flammable
GHS02
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+350 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is All-trans-Retinal used for?
All-trans-Retinal is primarily used in research related to vision science, photoreceptor function, and retinoid signaling pathways.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of All-trans-Retinal?
The chemical formula is C20H28O with a molecular weight of 284.44 g/mol.
How should All-trans-Retinal be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of All-trans-Retinal does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies All-trans-Retinal in research-grade purity suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply All-trans-Retinal in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply All-trans-Retinal in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of All-trans-Retinal?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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