Certificate of Analysis
| Product Name: | All-trans-retinal |
| Catalog Number: | M21529 |
| CAS Number: | 116-31-4 |
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Formula: | C20H28O |
| Molecular Weight: | 284.44 |
| Solubility: | DMSO ≥ 100 mg/mL |
| Storage: | -20℃, protect from light, dry, sealed |
| Chemical Structure: |  |
Product Information
| Description: | All-trans-retinal is one of the major vitamin A metabolites in the retina. It is converted into retinoic acid in the body by retinal dehydrogenase. It is an effective photosensitizer.*The compound is unstable in solutions, freshly prepared is recommended |
| Stability and Solubility Advice: | Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide. We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details. |