Vitamin D3
Also known as cholecalciferol, Colecalciferol, Calciol
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Fine needles from dilute acetone
- Melting point
- 84 to 85
- Solubility
- Sol in the usual org solvents, slightly sol in vegetable oils
- HS code
- 293629
- Category
- Vitamins and nutraceutical actives
- UN number
- UN 2811

What is Vitamin D3?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Calciol is a hydroxy seco-steroid that is (5Z,7E)-9,10-secocholesta-5,7,10(19)-triene in which the pro-S hydrogen at position 3 has been replaced by a hydroxy group. It is the inactive form of vitamin D3, being hydroxylated in the liver to calcidiol (25-hydroxyvitamin D3), which is then further hydroxylated in the kidney to give calcitriol (1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3), the active hormone. It has a role as a geroprotector and a human metabolite. It is a steroid hormone, a secondary alcohol, a seco-cholestane, a hydroxy seco-steroid and a member of D3 vitamins.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- (1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-7a-methyl-1-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,3a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylidenecyclohexan-1-ol
- CAS number
- 67-97-0 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 22350-41-0, 2416217-93-9, 8050-67-7
- EC numbers
- 200-673-2, 617-097-6
- Molecular formula
- C27H44O
- UNII
- 1C6V77QF41
- MDL number
- MFCD00078131
- INCI name
- CHOLECALCIFEROL
- InChIKey
- QYSXJUFSXHHAJI-YRZJJWOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C27H44O/c1-19(2)8-6-9-21(4)25-15-16-26-22(10-7-17-27(25,26)5)12-13-23-18-24(28)14-11-20(23)3/h12-13,19,21,24-26,28H,3,6-11,14-18H2,1-2,4-5H3/b22-12+,23-13-/t21-,24+,25-,26+,27-/m1/s1
- Canonical SMILES
- C=C1CCC(O)CC1=CC=C1CCCC2(C)C1CCC2C(C)CCCC(C)C
- Isomeric SMILES
- C[C@H](CCCC(C)C)[C@H]1CC[C@@H]\2[C@@]1(CCC/C2=C\C=C/3\C[C@H](CCC3=C)O)C
Synonyms
- cholecalciferol
- Colecalciferol
- Calciol
- Oleovitamin D3
- Ricketon
- Arachitol
- Deparal
- Trivitan
- Vigorsan
- Delsterol
- Vigantol
- Ebivit
- D3-Vigantol
- vitamin d-3
- Colecalcipherol
- Colecalciferolum
- Cholecalciferolum
- Vitinc Dan-Dee-3
- D3-Vicotrat
- Vi-de-3-hydrosol
- NEO Dohyfral D3
- Rampage
- Vi-De3
- (+)-Vitamin D3
- Duphafral D3 1000
Show all 39 synonymsShow fewer synonyms
- Cholecalciferol, D3
- Colecalciferolo
- Provitina
- Delta-D
- Vitamin D 3
- Vigantoletten
- 9,10-Secocholesta-5,7,10(19)-trien-3-beta-ol
- Vitamin d assay system suitability
- (3beta,5Z,7E)-9,10-secocholesta-5,7,10(19)-trien-3-ol
- (1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-7a-methyl-1-[(2R)-6-methylheptan-2-yl]-2,3,3a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylidenecyclohexan-1-ol
- Vitamin d (cholecalciferol)
- Vitamin d3 (as cholecalciferol)
- (5Z,7E)-(3S)-9,10-seco-5,7,10(19)-cholestatrien-3-ol
- (5Z,7E)-(3S)-9,10-secocholesta-5,7,10(19)-trien-3-ol
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Fine needles from dilute acetoneexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | ODORLESSexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | 84 to 85exp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Sol in the usual org solvents, slightly sol in vegetable oilsexp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 384.65 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 384.3392 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 7.62calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 20.23 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 6calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 28calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 3calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.78calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 5calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (1 violation)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H300Fatal if swallowed.
- H310Fatal in contact with skin.
- H330Fatal if inhaled.
- H372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary statements (19)
- P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P262Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P284In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
- P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P320Specific treatment is urgent (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P361 + P364Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 2811
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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- China77
- India63
- United States38
- Germany15
- Bangladesh12
- Spain7
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Veterinary medication:.
Medicine (antirachtic vitamin).
Industries and functions
Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name CHOLECALCIFEROL(oral care, skin conditioning - miscellaneous)
Pharmacological actions
- Bone Density Conservation Agents
- Calcium-Regulating Hormones and Agents
- Vitamins
Roles
- anti-anaemic agent
- anti-asthmatic agent
- anti-inflammatory agent
- anti-obesity agent
- antibacterial agent
- anticholesteremic drug
- anticonvulsant
- antidepressant
- antiinfective agent
- antimicrobial agent
- antineoplastic agent
- antiparkinson drug
- antipsoriatic
- antipsychotic agent
- antispasmodic drug
- antitubercular agent
- bone density conservation agent
- cardiovascular drug
- dermatologic drug
- geroprotector
- hypoglycemic agent
- immunosuppressive agent
- nasal decongestant
- ophthalmology drug
Functional uses
- Biocide
- Flavouring and nutrient
- Pharmaceutical
- Softener and conditioner
Cosmetic functions
- Oral care
- Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
Pharmacology
Cholecalciferol is a Vitamin D.
How it is made
Prepd by irradiation of its provitamin 7-dehydrocholestrol
Isolated in crystalline state from the 3,5-dinitrobenzoate, produced by irradiation & equivalent in activity to the vitamin D3 of tuna liver oil.
Occurs in and is isolated from fish liver oils. It also is manufactured by ultraviolet irradiation of 7-dehydrocholesterol produced from cholesterol and is purified by crystallization.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Europe
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 603-180-00-4
Health and food
- EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
- Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Vitamin D3 is traded under.
Vitamins and their derivatives, unmixed, other vitamins and their derivatives
- China25.3%
- United States14.5%
- Australia13.8%
- United States16.4%
- Netherlands9.4%
- Spain5.6%
The HS code shown for Vitamin D3 is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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