Vitamin A Retinol
- CAS
- 68-26-8
- EC
- 200-683-7
- Sectors
- Personal Care & Cosmetics, Pharma & Healthcare, Nutraceuticals & Supplements
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.
SoleChem, an ISO 9001:2015 certified chemical supplier based in Türkiye, delivers Vitamin A Retinol (CAS 68-26-8) to customers in more than 40 countries.
Vitamin A Retinol
Applications
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.
Safety & Risks
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.
Packaging
Supplied in 1kg or 5kg amber glass bottles to protect from light, or 25kg aluminum drums for bulk, ensuring airtight seals.