Zeaxanthin
Zeaxanthin is a dietary carotenoid that selectively accumulates in the macula of the retina. Its potent antioxidant properties are investigated in research areas including age-related macular degeneration, obesity, and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, utilizing both in vitro and in vivo experimental models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
144-68-3
Product Name Alternative
Lipophilic, macula, Endogenous Metabolite, eye, EndogenousMetabolite, cholesterol, carotenoid, Antioxidant, Anchovyxanthin, Zeaxanthin, tissues
Field of Research
Metabolism Research
Purity
98.15% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:Slightly soluble
Smiles
C\C (\C=C\C=C (/C) \C=C\C1=C (C) C[C@@H] (O) CC1 (C) C) =C/C=C/C=C (\C) /C=C/C=C (\C) /C=C/C1=C (C) C[C@@H] (O) CC1 (C) C
Molecular Formula
C40H56O2
Molecular Weight
568.87
Storage Conditions
Keep away from direct sunlight | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
Notes
For research use only.
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