Description

5,6-Epoxyretinal is a key retinoid derivative and a critical intermediate in the visual cycle and the biosynthesis of vitamin A. This compound matters for its role as a precursor in the synthesis of specialized retinoids and carotenoids, which are essential for research in vision science, photobiology, and nutritional biochemistry. Industries that need this high-purity biochemical include pharmaceutical R&D, academic research institutions, and manufacturers of fine chemicals and advanced nutritional supplements.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Critical intermediate for studying the visual (retinoid) cycle and phototransduction mechanisms.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel retinoid-based therapeutics and drug candidates.
• Nutraceutical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized forms of vitamin A and carotenoid derivatives for advanced supplements.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: A building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules and labeled compounds for analytical standards.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in photobiology studies and the development of new materials sensitive to light.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Epoxyretinal
CAS No.	739-13-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₂₈O₂
Molecular Weight	300.44 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Epoxyretinaldehyde; all-trans-5,6-Epoxyretinal; Vitamin A aldehyde 5,6-epoxide; Retinal 5,6-epoxide; 5,6-Epoxyretinene; 3,7-Dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenal 5,6-epoxide; (2E,4E,6E,8E)-3,7-Dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenal 5,6-epoxide
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Epoxyretinal is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research and synthesis applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable to meet the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and biochemical customers.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
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.