Canthaxanthin
Canthaxanthin (E 161g) is a natural red-orange xanthophyll pigment found in various microorganisms. It is widely used in research as a potent antioxidant and colorant, with applications in studying oxidative stress, lipid peroxidation, and carotenoid metabolism in both in vitro and in vivo models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
514-78-3
Product Name Alternative
Canthaxanthin, all-trans-Canthaxanthin, E 161g, inhibit, Endogenous Metabolite, Inhibitor, Reactive Oxygen Species, ReactiveOxygenSpecies
Field of Research
Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction
Purity
97.20% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:33.89 mg/mL (60 mM)
Smiles
CC (C) (CC1) C (/C=C/C (C) =C/C=C/C (C) =C/C=C/C=C (C) /C=C/C=C (C) /C=C/C (C (C) (CC2) C) =C (C) C2=O) =C (C) C1=O
Molecular Formula
C40H52O2
Molecular Weight
564.84
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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