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Vitamin A (Retinol) (C₂₀H₃₀O) — Properties, Uses & Safety

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Overview

A fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision (especially night vision), immune function, and skin cell renewal.

IUPAC Name: (1E,3E,5E,7E)-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl)nona-1,3,5,7-tetraen-1-ol
CAS Number: 68-26-8
PubChem CID: 445354
Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₃₀O
Molar Mass: 286.451 g/mol
State at STP: solid
Appearance: Yellow crystals

Safety Information

GHS Hazard Codes

H302H361

GHS Pictograms

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