13-cis-Vitamin A acid (4759-48-2)

Identification
Name:	13-cis-Vitamin A acid
Synonyms:	Isotretinoin [USAN:BAN:INN];(2Z,4E,6E,8E)-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)nona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoate;Retinoic acid, (13cis)-;13-cis-Retinoic acid;Isotretinoin Retinoic acid;Prestwick_642;Neovitamin A acid;Claravis;Teriosal;Roaccutan;Isotretion;Isotretinoin?;Isotretinoine [INN-French];isoretinoin;4-09-00-02388 (Beilstein Handbook Reference);
CAS:	4759-48-2
EINECS:	225-296-0
Molecular Formula:	C₂₀H₂₈O₂
Molecular Weight:	300.44
InChI:	InChI=1/C20H28O2/c1-15(8-6-9-16(2)14-19(21)22)11-12-18-17(3)10-7-13-20(18,4)5/h6,8-9,11-12,14H,7,10,13H2,1-5H3,(H,21,22)/b9-6+,12-11+,15-8+,16-14-
Molecular Structure:
Properties
Density:	1.011 g/cm³
Stability:	Stable, but probably air and light sensitive. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Water Solubility:	insoluble
Solubility:	insoluble in water
Appearance:	yellowish crystalline powder
Specification:	General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.? Handling: Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood. Storage: Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a dry area. Store in freezer.
Report:	Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.
Color:	Reddish-orange plates from isopropyl alcohol Yellowish to orange crystalline powder
Usage:	Used as a treatment for severe acne. Presently being studied in conjuction with the treatment of photoaged skin.
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols	T:Toxic

13-cis-Vitamin A acid (4759-48-2)

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