General

Synonyms: 3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenoic acid, isoretinoin, neovitamin A acid, 13-RA, 13-cis-retinoic acid, RO-4-3780, 13-cis-vitamin A acid, accutane, retinoic acid 9z form
Use: antitumour agent, drug used in treatment of cystic acne
Molecular formula: C₂₀H₂₈O₂
CAS No: 4759-48-2
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Physical data

Appearance: yellow to orange crystalline powder
Melting point: 189 - 190 C
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Water solubility: negligible

Stability

Stable, but probably air and light sensitive. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

Not believed to be harmful in normal use.

Toxicity data
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ORL-CHD TDLO 360 mg/kg/26w-i
ORL-MAN TDLO 750 mg/kg/12w-i
ORL-WMN TDLO 56 mg/kg/8w-i

Risk phrases
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Transport information

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Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight.

Personal protection

Minimize exposure.

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