A synthetic retinoid which is the major metabolite of etretinate.
Melting Point:
186-188C
Solubility:
Chloroform
Method for Determinng Identity:
Proton NMR Spectroscopic Analysis
TLC Conditions:
SiO2: hexane: Ethyl Acetate; 4: 1; Visualized with UV and AMCS; Rf=0.3.
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.