Description

Anhydrovitamin A is a synthetic retinoid derivative, also known as Anhydroretinol. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in the research and synthesis of vitamin A analogs and other biologically active retinoids. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science research industries for developing therapeutic agents and studying retinoid metabolism and signaling pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel retinoid-based drugs targeting dermatological conditions, certain cancers, and metabolic disorders.
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and biochemical tool in academic and industrial laboratories to study vitamin A metabolism, receptor binding, and gene regulation.
• Nutraceutical Synthesis: Employed in the development of advanced vitamin A formulations and pro-vitamin compounds for dietary supplements.
• Analytical Standard: Serves as a high-purity calibration standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods to quantify vitamin A and its derivatives in complex matrices.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Research: Investigated for potential use in anti-aging and skin-repair cosmetic formulations due to its structural relation to retinol.

Basic Information

Product Name	Anhydrovitamin A
CAS No.	1224-78-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	284.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Anhydroretinol; 3,7-Dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraen-1-ol; all-trans-Anhydrovitamin A; Vitamin A alcohol, anhydrous; Retinol, anhydrous
EINECS	214-954-7

Quality Control

Our Anhydrovitamin A is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., DMSO, ethanol, chloroform)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.