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3-Hydroxyretinal

Also known as all-trans-3-Hydroxyretinal, Retinal, 3-hydroxy-, (2E,4E,6E,8E)-9-(4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenal

CAS 6890-91-1Formula C20H28O2Molar mass 300.44 g/mol
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3-Hydroxyretinal chemical structure, C20H28O2, CAS 6890-91-1
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CAS number
6890-91-1
Formula
C20H28O2
Molar mass
300.44 g/mol
HS code
291249
Category
Aliphatic and alicyclic building blocks

What is 3-Hydroxyretinal?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

All-trans-3-Hydroxyretinal is a retinoid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2E,4E,6E,8E)-9-(4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenal
CAS number
6890-91-1
Molecular formula
C20H28O2
UNII
B0490Y49DC
InChIKey
QPRQNCDEPWLQRO-DAWLFQHYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H28O2/c1-15(7-6-8-16(2)11-12-21)9-10-19-17(3)13-18(22)14-20(19,4)5/h6-12,18,22H,13-14H2,1-5H3/b8-6+,10-9+,15-7+,16-11+
Canonical SMILES
CC(C=CC=C(C)C=CC1=C(C)CC(O)CC1(C)C)=CC=O
Isomeric SMILES
CC1=C(C(CC(C1)O)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=O)/C)/C

Synonyms

  • all-trans-3-Hydroxyretinal
  • Retinal, 3-hydroxy-
  • (2E,4E,6E,8E)-9-(4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenal
  • rac-all-trans 3-Hydroxy Retinal (80%)
  • rac-all-trans 3-Hydroxyretinal
  • 3-hydroxy-all-trans-retinal
  • 3-Hydroxyretinal, (+/-)-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
300.44 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
300.2089 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.69calc.
Topological polar surface area
37.3 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
22calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.45calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
1calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1=CCCCC1

C1=CCCCC1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Cyclohexene ring system.

5,167 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 3-Hydroxyretinal is traded under.

HS 2912.49Indicative HS code

Aldehyde-alcohols, aldehyde-ethers, aldehyde-phenols and aldehydes with other oxygen…

World exports in 2024
$159M
−9.6% vs 2023, imports $171M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. India * partner reported27.5%
  3. Germany13.9%
Top importers
  1. China16.0%
  2. United States15.7%
  3. India * partner reported9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for 3-Hydroxyretinal is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about 3-Hydroxyretinal, based on the data on this page

What is 3-Hydroxyretinal?

All-trans-3-Hydroxyretinal is a retinoid.

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxyretinal?

The CAS registry number of 3-Hydroxyretinal is 6890-91-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 3-Hydroxyretinal?

The molecular formula of 3-Hydroxyretinal is C20H28O2 and its molar mass is 300.44 g/mol.

What is 3-Hydroxyretinal used for?

Known uses and roles of 3-Hydroxyretinal include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is 3-Hydroxyretinal hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 3-Hydroxyretinal is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 3-Hydroxyretinal?

3-Hydroxyretinal is usually classified under HS code 291249 (Aldehyde-alcohols, aldehyde-ethers, aldehyde-phenols and aldehydes with other oxygen…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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