Synonyms
TRETINOIN;TRETINOIN VITAMIN A ACID;TRANS-RETINOIC ACID;TRANS VITAMIN A ACID;VITAMIN A ACID;VITAMIN A ACID, ALL-TRANS;2,4,6,8-Nonatetraenoic acid
Description
Retinoic acid is a vitamin A derivative. It has demonstrated an ability to alter collagen synthesis, increase dermal hyaluronic acid levels, and stimulate fibroblast growth and the extracellular matrix.
Molecular Formula
C20H28O2
InChIKey
SHGAZHPCJJPHSC-ZVCIMWCZSA-N
Boiling Point
381.66℃ (rough estimate)
Density, g/cm3
1.0597 (rough estimate)
Melting Point
180-181 ℃ (lit.)