Acitretin WS

Name: Acitretin WS
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-007290

About Acitretin WS

Listed under CAS 55079-83-9, Acitretin WS is a high-purity reference standard of Acitretin available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C21H26O3 and its molecular weight is 326.4 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (2E,4E,6E,8E)-9-(4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoic acid. It is also known as Acitretin or Neotigason.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

As a reference sample of Acitretin, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. Stock is available for quick dispatch.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Acitretin WS
Catalogue No.	VQ-007290
CAS Number	55079-83-9
Other CAS	925701-88-8, 925701-89-9
IUPAC name	(2E,4E,6E,8E)-9-(4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoic acid
Molecular formula	C₂₁H₂₆O₃
Molecular weight	326.4 g/mol
Exact mass	326.1882
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	IHUNBGSDBOWDMA-AQFIFDHZSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC(=C(C(=C1/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C(=O)O)/C)/C)C)C)OC
PubChem CID	5284513

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	6.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	46.5 Å²
Synonyms	(all-E)-9-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethyl-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenoic Acid, Acitretin, Neotigason, Soriatane, 9-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoic acid, all-trans-Acitretin, Etretin, Acitretine, all-trans-3,7-Dimethyl-9-(4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenoic acid, 2,4,6,8-Nonatetraenoic acid, 9-(4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethyl-, (all-E)-, 2,4,6,8-Nonatetraenoic acid, 3,7-dimethyl-9-(4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-, (all-E)-, Trimethylmethoxyphenyl-retinoic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H360May damage fertility or the unborn child
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P264 + P265, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 55079-83-9

Acitretin, 98% (HPLC)

CAS: 55079-83-9
Formula: C₂₁H₂₆O₃
MW: 326.4 g/mol

VQ-008391

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Acitretin WS?

The CAS Registry Number of Acitretin WS is 55079-83-9. It is also known as (all-E)-9-(4-Methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethyl-2,4,6,8-nonatetraenoic Acid, Acitretin, Neotigason.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Acitretin WS?

Acitretin WS has the molecular formula C21H26O3 and a molecular weight of 326.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2E,4E,6E,8E)-9-(4-methoxy-2,3,6-trimethylphenyl)-3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoic acid.

What is Acitretin WS used for?

Acitretin WS is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Acitretin. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Acitretin WS can I order?

We supply Acitretin WS in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Acitretin WS?

Yes. Every lot of Acitretin WS is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Acitretin WS be shipped internationally?

Yes. Acitretin WS is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.