Compound Q&A
What is (9cis)-Retinoic acid (CAS: 8049-47-6)?
Answer
(9cis)-Retinoic acid, with the CAS number 8049-47-6, is a retinoic acid isomer derived from vitamin A. It has the chemical formula C20H28O2 and is a white crystalline powder. This compound is notable for its biological activity and is used in various scientific and medical applications. Its structure features a cis configuration at the 9th carbon, distinguishing it from the more common all-trans retinoic acid.
About
CAS No
8049-47-6
English Name
(9cis)-Retinoic acid
Molecular Formula
C20H28O2
Molecular Weight
300.44200000000006 g/mol
EINECS
232-468-9
SMILES
CC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C\C=C\C(=C\C(=O)O)\C)/C
InChIKey
SHGAZHPCJJPHSC-ZVCIMWCZSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
