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Isotretinoin Structure

Isotretinoin

Chemical Properties

Melting point 172-175 °C (lit.)
Boiling point 381.66°C (rough estimate)
Density  1.0597 (rough estimate)
refractive index  1.4800 (estimate)
storage temp.  -20°C
solubility  Practically insoluble in water, soluble in methylene chloride, slightly soluble in ethanol (96 per cent). It is sensitive to air, heat and light, especially in solution. Carry out all operations as rapidly as possible and avoid exposure to actinic light; use freshly prepared solutions.
pka 4.76±0.33(Predicted)
form  Fine Crystalline Powder
color  Yellow-orange to orange
Water Solubility  insoluble
λmax 354nm(EtOH)(lit.)
Merck  14,5228
Stability Stable, but probably air and light sensitive. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
InChIKey SHGAZHPCJJPHSC-YCNIQYBTSA-N
CAS DataBase Reference 4759-48-2(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System Isotretinoin (4759-48-2)

Safety Information

Hazard Codes  T
Risk Statements  61-36/37/38-20/21/22
Safety Statements  53-26-36/37/39-45-37/39
WGK Germany  3
RTECS  VH6440000
TSCA  Yes
HS Code  29362100
Hazardous Substances Data 4759-48-2(Hazardous Substances Data)
Toxicity LD50 (20 day) in mice, rats (mg/kg): 904, 901 i.p.; 3389, >4000 orally (Kamm)

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