General

Synonyms: 3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraen-1-ol, acon, afaxin, agiolan, alphalin, alphasterol, anatola, anti-infective vitamin, aoral, apexol, aquasynth, atars, atav, avibon, avita, avitol, lard factor, ophthalamin, prepalin, retinol, all-trans-retinol, retrovitamin A, testavol, vaflol, vitamin A1, all-trans retinyl alcohol, numerous further names
Use: treatment of vitamin A deficiency
Molecular formula: C₂₀H₃₀O
CAS No: 68-26-8
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Physical data

Appearance: yellow to orange crystalline solid
Melting point: 62 - 64 C
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Water solubility: negligible

Stability

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

Toxicology

Not believed to be harmful when consumed in moderation.

Toxicity data
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ORL-RAT LD50 2000 mg kg^-1
ORL-MUS LD50 4000 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
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Transport information

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Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight.

Personal protection

Do not exceed stated dose.

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