4-Oxo Tretinoin (4-Oxo Retinoic Acid) CAS 38030-57-8

Purity >95%In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.38030-57-8
Molecular FormulaC20H26O3
Molecular Weight314.42 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

4-Oxo Tretinoin (4-Oxo Retinoic Acid) CAS 38030-57-8 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of 4-Oxo Tretinoin (4-Oxo Retinoic Acid) is closely related to a steroid core, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

CATO supplies 4-Oxo Tretinoin (4-Oxo Retinoic Acid) (CAS 38030-57-8), a certified reference material (molecular formula C20H26O3, MW 314.42 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Structurally, 4-Oxo Tretinoin (4-Oxo Retinoic Acid) (C20H26O3) contains a steroid core, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 8.0, corresponding to approximately 8 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 314.42 g/mol, it falls into the moderately-high-molecular-weight range. The high carbon-to-hydrogen ratio imparts good lipophilicity, allowing liquid-liquid extraction with non-polar solvents such as n-hexane or ethyl acetate.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 4-Oxo Tretinoin (4-Oxo Retinoic Acid) under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC20H26O3
Molecular Weight314.42 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Purity>95%
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)8.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1967

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