Description

13-Cis Vitamin A Palmitate is a specific geometric isomer of vitamin A palmitate, a vital fat-soluble nutrient essential for vision, immune function, and cellular growth. This compound is valued for its targeted biological activity and stability in formulated products, making it a critical ingredient for high-precision applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced cosmetic industries for use in specialized formulations, research, and quality control standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Used as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) or excipient in specialized vitamin A therapies and prescription medications.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into high-potency vitamin supplements, multivitamin blends, and specialized health products targeting specific nutritional needs.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: A key active in anti-aging serums, skin rejuvenation creams, and treatments designed to improve skin texture and appearance.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical standard and reagent in laboratory studies of retinoid metabolism, cell differentiation, and vision science.
• Food Fortification (Specialized): Used in the controlled fortification of specific food products where the 13-cis isomer's properties are required.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Formulated into supplements and medicinal products for animal health and nutrition.

Basic Information

Product Name	13-Cis Vitamin A Palmitate
CAS No.	26771-20-0
Molecular Formula	C36H60O2
Molecular Weight	524.86 g/mol
Synonyms	13-cis-Retinol Palmitate; 13-cis-Retinyl Palmitate; (13Z)-Retinyl Palmitate; Isotretinoin Palmitate; Palmitic Acid, (13Z)-Retinyl Ester; Vitamin A Palmitate (13-cis); 13Z-Vitamin A Palmitate; all-trans-Retinyl Palmitate Isomer
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Quality Control

Our 13-Cis Vitamin A Palmitate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We ensure compliance with relevant pharmaceutical and food-grade standards, including potential alignment with USP-NF and FCC monographs where applicable. Every batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer content, and impurity profiles to guarantee consistency and reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) or as specified. This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, heat, or light should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish-yellow oily liquid or solid mass
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Total Vitamin A as Palmitate)
13-cis Isomer Content (HPLC)	≥ 90.0% of total assay
Related Substances (HPLC)	Complies with specified limits
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Solvent Residues (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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