Compound Q&A
How is Vitamin D3 (CAS: 511-28-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
Vitamin D3 (CAS: 511-28-4) is typically synthesized through the photolysis of 7-dehydrocholesterol in the presence of ultraviolet light, which is a natural process in the skin. For industrial production, synthetic methods involve the conversion of 7-dehydrocholesterol to Vitamin D3 using UV light, followed by chemical modification and purification steps. The process often uses a catalyst like nickel to enhance the conversion efficiency.
About
CAS No
511-28-4
English Name
VITAMIN D3
Molecular Formula
C28H46O
Molecular Weight
398.68 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)C(C)CCC(C)C1CCC2C1(CCCC2=CC=C3CC(CCC3=C)O)C
InChIKey
DIPPFEXMRDPFBK-BCCQJCSJSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-28 13:06
