Description

(5R,6R)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-Dihydroxy-10'-Apo-β,ψ-Caroten-10'-Al is a high-purity, specialized carotenoid derivative with significant biological activity. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of vitamin A and other retinoids, offering a precise stereochemical configuration critical for efficacy. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced food ingredient sectors for research and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral building block for the synthesis of vitamin A, retinoic acid, and other retinoid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Nutraceutical Research: Used in the development and study of advanced dietary supplements targeting vision health and cellular function.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard and reagent in metabolic pathway studies, particularly those involving carotenoid and retinoid metabolism.
• Cosmeceutical Development: Investigated for potential applications in advanced skincare formulations due to its relationship to retinoid activity.
• Food Science & Fortification: Employed in research for the development of novel food colorants and functional food ingredients with pro-vitamin A activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5R,6R)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-Dihydroxy-10'-Apo-β,ψ-Caroten-10'-Al
CAS No.	57951-40-3
Molecular Formula	C27H38O3
Molecular Weight	410.59 g/mol
Synonyms	10'-Apo-β,ψ-caroten-10'-al, 5,6-dihydro-5,6-dihydroxy-, (5R,6R)-; (5R,6R)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-dihydroxy-10'-apo-β,ψ-caroten-10'-al; 10'-Apo-β-caroten-10'-al, 5,6-dihydro-5,6-dihydroxy-, (5R,6R)-; (5R,6R)-5,6-Dihydroxy-5,6-dihydro-10'-apo-β-caroten-10'-al; Vitamin A Aldehyde Intermediate; Retinaldehyde Precursor; All-trans-5,6-Dihydroxy-5,6-dihydro-10'-apo-β-caroten-10'-al
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Quality Control

Our (5R,6R)-5,6-Dihydro-5,6-Dihydroxy-10'-Apo-β,ψ-Caroten-10'-Al is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC for stereochemical purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided to guarantee consistency, purity, and compliance with your specifications.

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) or as specified on the label. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red powder or crystalline solid
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (5R,6R)-isomer
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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