Retinol
Also known as: all-trans-Retinol, Vitamin A1, Vitamin A alcohol, Axerophthol, Lard-factor, Aphagran, Vitamin A (USP), Alphalin, VI-a, trans-Retinol, Vitamin A1 alcohol, (2E,4E,6E,8E)-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)nona-2,4,6,8-tetraen-1-ol
Retinol (CAS 68-26-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H30O and a molecular weight of 286.452 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 61-63 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 421.2±14.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 147.3±16.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 68-26-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-34137-8
- Molecular Formula
- C20H30O
- Molecular Weight
- 286.452 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 61-63 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 421.2±14.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 147.3±16.4 °C |
| Exact Mass | 286.229675 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 6.84 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.549 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H413
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Zhang M, et al. High-fat diet enhanced retinal dehydrogenase activity, but suppressed retinol dehydrogenase activity in liver of rats. J Pharmacol Sci. 2015 Apr;127(4):430-8. [2]. Miyazaki H, et al. Retinol status and expression of retinol-related proteins in methionine-choline deficient rats. J Nutr Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo). 2014;60(2):78-85. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 3004500000 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Retinol?
The CAS number of Retinol is 68-26-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Retinol?
Retinol has molecular formula C20H30O and molecular weight 286.452 g/mol.
Is Retinol hazardous?
Retinol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H360 — May damage fertility or the unborn child.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Retinol?
For Retinol, Upstream Products: all-trans-Retinal, Retinyl acetate, Palmitic acid; Downstream Products: Isotretinoin, 13-cis-Retinal, all-trans-Retinal.
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