- Catalog: MC302794
- Product Name: Vitamin A Acid
- CAS: 302-79-4
- Molecular Formula: C20H28O2
- Molecular Weight: 300.44
Introduction
Vitamin A acid, commonly known as retinoic acid, is a metabolite of retinol. It has a wide range of biological effects and plays a crucial role in a variety of biological processes, including cell growth and differentiation.
Specification
| Item | Vitamin A Acid |
|---|
| Catalog | MC302794 |
| CAS | 302-79-4 |
| Form | Powder |
| Color | Yellow or light yellow |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | 180-181 °C (lit.) |
| SMILES | CC1=C(\C=C\C(C)=C\C=C\C(C)=C\C(O)=O)C(C)(C)CCC1 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in DMSO. |
| MDL | MFCD00001551 |
| InChI | 1S/C20H28O2/c1-15(8-6-9-16(2)14-19(21)22)11-12-18-17(3)10-7-13-20(18,4)5/h6,8-9,11-12,14H,7,10,13H2,1-5H3,(H,21,22)/b9-6+,12-11+,15-8+,16-14+ |
| InChI Key | SHGAZHPCJJPHSC-YCNIQYBTSA-N |
| Storage | Store light-protected at -15~-25 °C in a cool and dry place. |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months |
Biological Functions
Vitamin A acid is a fat-soluble signaling molecule that plays a variety of important physiological functions in the human body. It has the functions of relieving visual fatigue, promoting growth and development, etc. The details are as follows:
- Relieve visual fatigue. Vitamin A acid can promote blood circulation in the eyes and relieve visual fatigue caused by long-term use of the eyes.
- Promote growth and development. Vitamin A acid is an important component of human tissues and cell membranes. Proper supplementation can promote the growth and development of the body and improve immunity.
- Maintain vision. Vitamin A acid helps maintain normal visual function. If retinoic acid is lacking, it may cause vision loss and blurred vision.
- Promote bone growth. Vitamin A acid can promote the growth of human bones and help maintain normal bone morphology.
- Prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Vitamin A acid can promote blood circulation and prevent cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
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