Description

5,6-Epoxyretinylphosphate is a phosphorylated derivative of vitamin A, specifically a key intermediate in the visual cycle and retinoid metabolism. This compound matters for its critical role in biochemical research focused on understanding vision, cellular differentiation, and signaling pathways. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and manufacturers of high-purity biochemical standards for analytical and synthetic applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a critical intermediate for studying the visual (retinoid) cycle and related metabolic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Used in the research and synthesis of novel retinoid-based therapeutics targeting vision disorders and dermatological conditions.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods in quality control and metabolic studies.
• Enzymology Studies: A substrate for investigating the activity and kinetics of enzymes like retinoid isomerases and kinases.
• Cell Signaling Research: Utilized in studies exploring the role of retinoid derivatives in cellular communication and gene regulation.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its role in the metabolism and function of vitamin A derivatives in biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Epoxyretinylphosphate
CAS No.	80134-56-1
Molecular Formula	C20H31O6P
Molecular Weight	398.43 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Epoxyretinyl phosphate; 5,6-Epoxyretinol phosphate; all-trans-5,6-Epoxyretinyl dihydrogen phosphate; Vitamin A derivative 5,6-epoxide phosphate; Retinylphosphate 5,6-epoxide; 5,6-Epoxy-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraen-1-yl dihydrogen phosphate
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Epoxyretinylphosphate is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in alcohols

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