Description

Vitamin A CAS NO 68-26-8 is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and cellular growth. Its critical role in human and animal health makes it a vital ingredient in pharmaceutical and nutritional formulations. This high-purity compound is primarily demanded by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, animal feed, and cosmetic industries for its proven biological efficacy.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Active ingredient in prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) products for treating vitamin A deficiency and supporting eye health.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Key component in multivitamin tablets, softgel capsules, and liquid formulations for general wellness.
• Animal Feed & Veterinary Products: Essential nutrient premix for poultry, swine, and aquaculture to ensure proper growth, vision, and disease resistance.
• Fortified Food & Beverages: Used in the fortification of dairy products, margarine, cereals, and beverages to address public health nutritional gaps.
• Cosmetics & Skincare: Incorporated into anti-aging creams, serums, and lotions for its role in skin cell regeneration and repair.
• Research & Development: Reference standard and biochemical reagent in life science research, clinical diagnostics, and cell culture studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vitamin A
CAS No.	68-26-8
Molecular Formula	C20H30O
Molecular Weight	286.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Retinol; All-trans-Retinol; Vitamin A1; Axerophthol; Oleovitamin A; 3,7-Dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraen-1-ol; Anti-infective vitamin
EINECS	200-683-7

Quality Control

Our Vitamin A is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to meet high-purity standards, including compliance with USP, EP, and FCC monographs where applicable. Comprehensive testing covers identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and regulatory support.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at a controlled temperature of 2°C to 8°C (refrigerated). This product is strictly light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or heat will lead to degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish-yellow crystals or crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (as Retinol)
Melting Point	62°C - 64°C
Specific Rotation	+31° to +35° (in chloroform)
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH Q3C

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