Molecular structure of Retinyl acetate, CAS Number: 127-47-9
Retinyl acetate (CAS 127-47-9)
Alternate Names:
Vitamin A acetate
Application:
Retinyl acetate is an antiproliferative analog of vitamin A
CAS Number:
127-47-9
Molecular Weight:
328.49
Molecular Formula:
C22H32O2
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Retinyl acetate, a variant of vitamin A, holds multifaceted applications in the realms of medicine, science, and industry. Its characteristics include being a colorless, slightly viscous liquid with solubility in most organic solvents. Naturally occurring, retinyl acetate serves as a precursor to the biologically active form of vitamin A known as retinoic acid. Its primary uses revolve around dietary supplementation and its longstanding presence in the cosmetics industry. The precise mechanism of action behind retinyl acetate remains incompletely understood. However, it is believed to scavenge free radicals. Furthermore, it is thought to exert influence over gene expression and affect the activity of specific enzymes and proteins.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Retinyl acetate, 10 g | sc-204878 | 10 g | $316.00 | |||
Retinyl acetate, 25 g | sc-204878A | 25 g | $520.00 |