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E3452 Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol; Calciferol; Ergosterol) CAS: 50-14-6

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References
CAS Number
50-14-6
Grade
Highly Purified
Molecular Formula
C₂₈H₄₄O
Molecular Weight
396.65
EU Commodity Code
38220090
UN DOT Shipping
UN2811 PG II
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
4°C
Vitamin D2; Calciferol; Ergosterol; Ergocalciferol; (3β,5Z,7E,22E)-9,10-Secoergosta-5,7,10(19),22-tetraen-3-ol; Calciferol; Ercalciol; Oleovitamin D2; Radiostol; Radsterin; (+)-Vitamin D2; Viosterol; Vio D; Vitavel-D

The synthetic form of Vitamin D. Prepared from ergosterol by UV irradiation in a suitable solvent. Commercial solutions are usually made with propylene glycol or sesame oil. Antirachitic.

Synonyms
Vitamin D2; Calciferol; Ergosterol; Ergocalciferol; (3β,5Z,7E,22E)-9,10-Secoergosta-5,7,10(19),22-tetraen-3-ol; Calciferol; Ercalciol; Oleovitamin D2; Radiostol; Radsterin; (+)-Vitamin D2; Viosterol; Vio D; Vitavel-D
CAS No
50-14-6
Molecular Formula
C₂₈H₄₄O
Molecular Weight
396.65
Appearance
Supplied as a white to faint yellow crystalline powder
Purity
≥99%
Specific Rotation (C=1.5, EtOH)
+103° to +106°
Melting Point
115-119ºC
Vitamin D Potency Equals
~40 million I.U. per gram
IR Spectrum
Consistent with structure
Storage and Stability
Store at 4°C. Stable for 12 months after receipt.
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards:  All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
Warnings
Highly toxic! Light sensitive
Purity
≥97%
Form
Supplied as a white to faint yellow crystalline powder.
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
References
1. Knudson, B., et al.: J. Biol. Chem., 124:287 (1938), 2. Huber, B., et al.: J. Biol. Chem., 149:125 (1943), 3. Crowfoot, D., et al.: Nature, 162:608 (1948), 4. Suda, et al.: Biochem. Biophys. Res. Commun., 35:182 (1969)
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