Molekula
Ergocalciferol (Certified Reference Standard)
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Ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) is a synthetic or fungal-derived form of vitamin D used as a nutritional supplement, pharmaceutical standard, and certified reference material for analytical testing in food, feed, and drug industries. This high-purity reference standard ensures accurate calibration and validation in assays, chromatography, and spectroscopic methods. CAS 50-14-6, molecular formula C28H44O, molecular weight 396.66 g/mol, and requires storage at 2–8°C. Hazardous—handle with care (signal word: Danger). Molekula supplies Ergocalciferol (Certified Reference Standard) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Odour | Odorless |
| Melting Point | 116.5 °C |
| Water Solubility | 50 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, chloroform, ether, and fatty oils |
| pKa | pKa = 6.35 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 10.44 |
Source: PubChem CID 5280793 (HSDB, DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032976 |
| CAS Number | 50-14-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-1-[(E,2R,5R)-5,6-dimethylhept-3-en-2-yl]-7a-methyl-2,3,3a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylidenecyclohexan-1-ol |
| EC Number | 200-014-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C28H44O |
| Molecular Weight | 396.66 |
| Exact Mass | 396.3392 |
| SMILES | C[C@H](/C=C/[C@H](C)C(C)C)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]\2[C@@]1(CCC/C2=C\C=C/3\C[C@H](CCC3=C)O)C |
| InChIKey | MECHNRXZTMCUDQ-RKHKHRCZSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C28H44O/c1-19(2)20(3)9-10-22(5)26-15-16-27-23(8-7-17-28(26,27)6)12-13-24-18-25(29)14-11-21(24)4/h9-10,12-13,19-20,22,25-27,29H,4,7-8,11,14-18H2,1-3,5-6H3/b10-9+,23-12+,24-13-/t20-,22+,25-,26+,27-,28+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5280793 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29362950 |
| Tariff Code | 2936290000 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, 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
- Calciferol
- Deltalin
- Drisdol
- Ercalciol
- ergocalciferol
- Ergorone
- Oleovitamin D2
- Ostelin
- Viosterol
- VITAMIN D2
Frequently asked questions
What is Ergocalciferol (Certified Reference Standard) used for?
This certified reference standard is primarily used for analytical calibration, quality control, and validation in laboratories testing for ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) in pharmaceuticals, supplements, and food products.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ergocalciferol?
The chemical formula is **C28H44O**, and the molecular weight is **396.66 g/mol**.
How should Ergocalciferol (Certified Reference Standard) be stored?
Store at **2 to 8°C** in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Follow standard laboratory chemical storage practices.
What grade of Ergocalciferol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies this product as a **Certified Reference Standard (CRM)**, meeting high-purity requirements for analytical applications.
Can Molekula supply Ergocalciferol in bulk quantities?
Bulk quantities may be available upon request—contact Molekula’s sales team for custom packaging and pricing for larger orders.
What documentation comes with an order of Ergocalciferol (Certified Reference Standard)?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Safety Data Sheet (SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** confirming purity and traceability.
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