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Thermo Scientific Chemicals all-trans-Retinoic acid, 97%
Description
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
General description
• All-trans-retinol, commonly known as Vitamin A, is a fat-soluble essential nutrient
• All-trans-retinol is involved in hormonal signaling via the retinoid receptors
• It is an important regulator of cell division and apoptosis
• Deficiency can lead to vision, bone, immune, and skin disorders
Applications
• Suitable for research on cell differentiation, embryonic development, immunology and more
• Laboratory grade quality, for research use only
Specifications
Specifications
CAS Min % | 96.0 |
CAS Max % | 100.0 |
Melting Point | 179°C to 184°C |
Color | Yellow |
Infrared Spectrum | Authentic |
Assay Percent Range | 96% min. (HPLC) |
Packaging | Glass bottle |
Quantity | 100 mg |
Beilstein | 09, III, 3118 |
Merck Index | 15, 8288 |
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Safety and Handling
- all-trans-Retinoic acid
- Warning
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Reproductive toxicity Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H361d-Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- H312-Harmful in contact with skin.
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P312-IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician/ if you feel unwell.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
RUO – Research Use Only