Vitamin A Retinol
Vitamin A retinol is a fat-soluble vitamin with formula C20H30O and molecular weight 286.45 g/mol. It is a yellow oily liquid or crystalline solid, density 0.95 g/cm³, melting point 62-64°C, boiling point 137-138°C at 0.0002 mmHg, refractive index 1.641. Soluble in fats and organics, insoluble in water; light-sensitive and oxidizes in air; essential micronutrient for vision and immune function.
Vitamin A Retinol
Used in cosmetics for anti-aging and skin repair; in pharmaceuticals for eye health and immune support; in food fortification for nutritional enhancement; in animal feed for growth promotion; in chemical synthesis as precursor; in dermatology for acne treatment.
Harmful in high concentrations causing hypervitaminosis A with liver damage; irritates skin and eyes; potential reproductive toxicity and teratogenic effects. Avoid oxidizers and light; stable but oxidizes in air. Hazard not classified but use PPE; monitor for birth defects in excessive doses.
Supplied in 1kg or 5kg amber glass bottles to protect from light, or 25kg aluminum drums for bulk, ensuring airtight seals per ChemicalBook product specs.
