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Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

CAS 893412-73-2 · Formula C26H38O3 · MW 398.6 g/mol

A non-acid retinoid ester supplied to skin-care formulators as a vitamin A-derivative active. It is supplied as a cosmetic retinoid ingredient for skin-care formulations.

Safety Data Sheet
CAS Number
893412-73-2
Formula
C26H38O3
Molecular Weight
398.6 g/mol
Material Family
Esters
At a Glance
Material Family
Esters
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Conditioning
Functional Roles
HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE
SKIN CONDITIONING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Cosmetics: retinoid ingredient for skin-care formulations
  • Leave-on formulations: vitamin A-derivative active used at low concentrations
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

Chemical Identity
CAS Number
893412-73-2
Molecular Formula
C26H38O3
Molecular Weight
398.6 g/mol
IUPAC Name
(3,3-dimethyl-2-oxobutyl) (2E,4E,6E,8E)-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)nona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoate
INCI Name
HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
XLPLFRLIWKRQFT-XUJYDZMUSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Hydroxypinacolone retinoate Granactive retexture T MDI 101 Retinoic acid, 3,3-dimethyl-2-oxobutyl ester Retinoic acid, 1-hydroxy-3,3-diemthyl-2-butanone ester, trans HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE [INCI] Retinoic Acid 3,3-Dimethyl-2-oxobutyl Ester Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate 10% Retinoic Acid 3,3-Dimethyl-2-oxobutyl Ester; C26H38O3 Hydroxypinacolone?Retinoate Hydroxypinacolone?Retinoate?10%
Full Description

Hydroxypinacolone retinoate (CAS 893412-73-2) is an ester of retinoic acid (a vitamin A derivative). It is supplied as a cosmetic retinoid ingredient for skin-care formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is hydroxypinacolone retinoate?

Hydroxypinacolone retinoate (CAS 893412-73-2, formula C26H38O3) is an ester of retinoic acid, a vitamin A derivative. It is supplied as a cosmetic retinoid raw material for skin-care formulations, typically used at low concentrations in leave-on products.

What is hydroxypinacolone retinoate used for in formulations?

It is used as a retinoid ingredient in cosmetic skin-care formulations, generally in leave-on products at low use levels. RawSource supplies it as a raw material to personal-care formulators, not as a finished product.

What is the CAS number and molecular formula of hydroxypinacolone retinoate?

Hydroxypinacolone retinoate is CAS 893412-73-2 with the molecular formula C26H38O3, classified in the esters family. A Certificate of Analysis and SDS ship with each lot.

How is hydroxypinacolone retinoate handled in formulation?

As a retinoid ester it is typically incorporated at low concentrations and benefits from formulation and storage practices that limit light and oxygen exposure, consistent with vitamin A derivatives. Confirm solubility, recommended use level, and storage conditions against the supplier specification.

What is the cost of bulk hydroxypinacolone retinoate?

Pricing depends on grade, order volume, and freight, so no fixed price is published. Because it is a high-value specialty active used at low levels, request a quote and RawSource will return current pricing with MOQ, packaging, and lead time.

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