Isophytol, CAS No. 505-32-8

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505-32-8

Catalog No. EBD2197973

CAS 505-32-8

Name Isophytol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: Isophytol 3,7,11,15-Tetramethyl-1-hexadecen-3-ol 3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadec-1-en-3-ol Isovegetablealcohol IPL

Molecular Formula: C20H40O

Molecular Weight: 296.53

MDL Number: MFCD00048380

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Biochemicals and Life Science Reagents > Vitamins and Coenzymes

Product Description:

Isophytol is an unsaturated diterpene alcohol with the chemical formula C20H40O. Structurally, it is a key acyclic isoprenoid compound featuring a tertiary hydroxyl group and a double bond, serving as a fundamental building block in terpene chemistry. Its primary industrial application is as a crucial synthetic intermediate in the production of Vitamin E (tocopherol) and Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone). In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used in the large-scale synthesis of these vitamins, which are essential for human health. Additionally, Isophytol is utilized in the fragrance and cosmetic industry as a precursor for the synthesis of various aroma chemicals and as an active functional ingredient in skincare formulations, where it may contribute to emollient and conditioning properties.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 309 °C(lit.)

Flash Point: 173 °C

Density: 0.841 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Solubility: Practically insoluble

Refractivity: n20/D 1.457(lit.)

Safety Information

Packing Level: III

Hazard Category: 9

Transport Codes: 3082

Analytical Data

Appearance: clear to yellow oily liquid