Ergocalciferol
IUPAC: (1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-1-[(E,2R,5R)-5,6-dimethylhept-3-en-2-yl]-7a-methyl-2,3,3a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylidenecyclohexan-1-ol
| Formula / Notation | C28H44O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 50-14-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 396.6 |
| Melting Point | 239 to 244 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes |
| Solubility | Insoluble |
| Appearance | Ergocalciferol appears as odorless white crystals. Used as a dietary supplement and food additive. (EPA, 1998) |
| Also Known As | (1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-1-[(E,2R,5R)-5,6-dimethylhept-3-en-2-yl]-7a-methyl-2,3,3a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylidenecyclohexan-1-ol; VITAMIN D2; Calciferol; 50-14-6; Viosterol; Deltalin; Ergorone; Oleovitamin D2; Drisdol; Ostelin |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Ergocalciferol?
Vitamin D2 is a vitamin D supplement and has been isolated from alfalfa. It has a role as a rodenticide, a bone density conservation agent, a nutraceutical and a plant metabolite. It is a vitamin D, a seco-ergostane and a hydroxy seco-steroid.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-1-[(E,2R,5R)-5,6-dimethylhept-3-en-2-yl]-7a-methyl-2,3,3a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylidenecyclohexan-1-ol
Other Names / Synonyms: (1S,3Z)-3-[(2E)-2-[(1R,3aS,7aR)-1-[(E,2R,5R)-5,6-dimethylhept-3-en-2-yl]-7a-methyl-2,3,3a,5,6,7-hexahydro-1H-inden-4-ylidene]ethylidene]-4-methylidenecyclohexan-1-ol; VITAMIN D2; Calciferol; 50-14-6; Viosterol; Deltalin; Ergorone; Oleovitamin D2; Drisdol; Ostelin
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 239 to 244 °F (EPA, 1998) |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes |
| Molecular Weight | 396.6 |
| Solubility | Insoluble |
| Appearance | Ergocalciferol appears as odorless white crystals. Used as a dietary supplement and food additive. (EPA, 1998) |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Vitamin D2 is a vitamin D supplement and has been isolated from alfalfa. It has a role as a rodenticide, a bone density conservation agent, a nutraceutical and a plant metabolite. It is a vitamin D, a seco-ergostane and a hydroxy seco-steroid.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Ergocalciferol is: C28H44O