- Catalog: MC116314
- Product Name: Vitamin A Aldehyde
- CAS: 116-31-4
- Molecular Formula: C20H28O
- Molecular Weight: 284.44
Introduction
Vitamin A aldehyde, also known as retinal, is one of the many forms of vitamin A and is also the oxidation product of all-trans retinol. It is an important biochemical compound with multiple biological functions and plays a key role in the visual cycle and other physiological processes.
Specification
| Item | Vitamin A Aldehyde |
|---|
| Catalog | MC116314 |
| CAS | 116-31-4 |
| Form | Powder |
| Color | Yellow to orange |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | 61-64 °C (lit.) |
| SMILES | [H]C(=O)\C=C(C)\C=C\C=C(C)\C=C\C1=C(C)CCCC1(C)C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, chloroform, cyclohexane, petroleum ether and oil. |
| MDL | MFCD00001550 |
| InChI | 1S/C20H28O/c1-16(8-6-9-17(2)13-15-21)11-12-19-18(3)10-7-14-20(19,4)5/h6,8-9,11-13,15H,7,10,14H2,1-5H3/b9-6+,12-11+,16-8+,17-13+ |
| InChI Key | NCYCYZXNIZJOKI-OVSJKPMPSA-N |
| Storage | Store light-protected at -20 °C in a cool and dry place. |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months |
Biological Role
Vitamin A aldehyde plays a vital role in the visual process. It is the cofactor of rhodopsin and combines with visual protein to form visual pigment. When exposed to light, vitamin A aldehyde undergoes a series of chemical reactions that cause rhodopsin to change conformation, thereby generating nerve impulses that are transmitted to the brain, enabling visual perception. In addition, vitamin A aldehyde is also involved in the renewal process of the skin. It can promote the renewal of epidermal cells and the production of collagen.
Applications
Vitamin A aldehyde can be used in various anti-wrinkle, anti-aging and whitening skin care product formulations, with a recommended dosage of about 0.05%-0.15%. Studies have shown that compared with other commonly used vitamin A derivatives (such as vitamin A acid), vitamin A aldehyde is less irritating to the skin and more suitable for sensitive skin. In addition, vitamin A aldehyde is also used to treat acne and blackheads, effectively improving skin problems.
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