Description

Syn-Retinal Methoxime is a high-purity, synthetic derivative of retinal, a key chromophore in visual pigments. This compound is essential for research and development in photochemistry and vision science, serving as a stable analog for studying light-induced molecular processes. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and manufacturers of advanced biochemical reagents.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a stable analog of 11-cis-retinal for studying the visual cycle, rhodopsin regeneration, and phototransduction mechanisms.
• Pharmaceutical Development: A key intermediate in the synthesis of novel retinoid-based therapeutics targeting ophthalmic and dermatological conditions.
• Photochemical Studies: Used to investigate isomerization kinetics and the behavior of chromophores under various light conditions.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control in the production of retinoids and related compounds.
• Nutraceutical R&D: Employed in the development of advanced vitamin A derivatives and provitamin A compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Syn-Retinal Methoxime
CAS No.	54595-39-0
Molecular Formula	C21H31NO2
Molecular Weight	329.48 g/mol
Synonyms	Retinal Methoxime; (all-E)-Retinal O-Methyloxime; all-trans-Retinal O-Methyloxime; Vitamin A Aldehyde O-Methyloxime; Retinaldehyde O-Methyloxime; Syn-Retinal O-Methyloxime; (2E,4E,6E,8E)-3,7-Dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenal O-Methyloxime
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Quality Control

Our Syn-Retinal Methoxime is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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) to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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