Molekula
All-trans-Retinol (Vitamin A Alcohol)
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All-trans-Retinol (Vitamin A Alcohol) is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and skin health. It is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nutritional supplements. Available with CAS number 68-26-8, molecular formula C20H30O, and molecular weight 286.45 g/mol. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies All-trans-Retinol (Vitamin A Alcohol) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 mg — $118.00 per pack
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1 g — $710.80 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless viscous liquid |
| Purity (HPLC) | 95% min |
| Loss on Drying | 8% max |
| Assay | 325000IU/g min |
| Residue on Ignition | <5ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | <10ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | <1ppm |
| Particle diameter | 40 to 100 |
| Dispersion in water | Cold water diffusion type |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 63.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 137-138 °C at 1 × 10⁻⁶ mmHg |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Practically insoluble in water or glycerol; soluble in absolute alcohol, methanol, chloroform, ether, fats and oils |
| Vapour Pressure | 7.5 × 10⁻⁸ mmHg at 25 °C (Estimated) |
| Refractive Index | 1.6410 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 5.68 |
Source: PubChem CID 445354 (DrugBank, HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 25998401 |
| CAS Number | 68-26-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (2E,4E,6E,8E)-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)nona-2,4,6,8-tetraen-1-ol |
| EC Number | 200-683-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C20H30O |
| Molecular Weight | 286.45 |
| Exact Mass | 286.2297 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/CO)/C)/C |
| InChIKey | FPIPGXGPPPQFEQ-OVSJKPMPSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C20H30O/c1-16(8-6-9-17(2)13-15-21)11-12-19-18(3)10-7-14-20(19,4)5/h6,8-9,11-13,21H,7,10,14-15H2,1-5H3/b9-6+,12-11+,16-8+,17-13+ |
| PubChem CID | 445354 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29362100 |
| Tariff Code | 2936210000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life
- USH01 May form combustible dust concentrations in air
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Agoncal
- all-trans-Retinol
- all-trans-Vitamin A
- Bentavit A
- Homagenets Aoral
- retinol
- Sehkraft A
- Testavol S
- trans-retinol
- Veroftal
Frequently asked questions
What is All-trans-Retinol used for?
All-trans-Retinol is used in cosmetic formulations, nutritional supplements, and research applications involving vitamin A metabolism and cellular differentiation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of All-trans-Retinol?
The formula is C20H30O with a molecular weight of 286.45 g/mol.
How should All-trans-Retinol be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of All-trans-Retinol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies All-trans-Retinol in research-grade purity, suitable for laboratory and non-pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply All-trans-Retinol in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply All-trans-Retinol in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of All-trans-Retinol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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