Hepaxanthin, also known as 5,6-Monoepoxy vitamin A or 5,6-Epoxyretinol, is an endogenous metabolite derived from 5,6-monoepoxyvitamin A aldehyde. While it is considered an inactive carotenoid, its accumulation in the liver suggests potential roles in metabolic pathways related to vitamin A metabolism. This compound can be utilized in research studying vitamin A derivatives and their impact on liver function.
Hepaxanthin, also known as 5,6-Monoepoxy vitamin A or 5,6-Epoxyretinol, is an endogenous metabolite derived from 5,6-monoepoxyvitamin A aldehyde. While it is considered an inactive carotenoid, its accumulation in the liver suggests potential roles in metabolic pathways related to vitamin A metabolism. This compound can be utilized in research studying vitamin A derivatives and their impact on liver function.
Product Information
Catalog Num
A74163
Formula
C20H30O2
Molecular Weight
302.45
CAS Number
512-39-0
SMILES
OC/C=C(C)/C=C/C=C(C)/C=C/C12C(O1)(CCCC2(C)C)C
Synonyms
5,6-Monoepoxy vitamin A; Vitamin A epoxide; 5,6-Epoxyretinol
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