Canthaxanthin

CAS514-78-3

Canthaxanthin (CAS 514-78-3, C40H52O2) is supplied by ChemSigma for research and manufacturing, with specification, analytical methods and batch documentation available on request.

Chemical structure of Canthaxanthin
C40H52O2 · 564.84 g/mol
CAS No.
514-78-3
Formula
C40H52O2
Mol. weight
564.84 g/mol
Appearance
purple to reddish-violet

Chemical Specifications

Identifiers

CAS number 514-78-3
Product name Canthaxanthin
Chinese name 角黄素
Synonyms 4,4'-DIKETO-BETA-CAROTENE
Chinese synonyms β-胡萝卜素-4,4’-二酮; 斑蟊黄; 角黄素; 斑蝥黄; 斑蝥黄嘌呤; 斑蝥素黄嘌呤; 角黄素/裸藻酮; 鸡油菌黄质
Molecular formula C40H52O2
Molecular weight 564.84 g/mol
EC number 208-187-2

Physical and chemical properties

Appearance purple to reddish-violet
Boiling Point 253.9 ( ℃ )

Packaging, Storage & Transport

Available pack sizes 5kg, 1kg, 500g, 100g, 50g, 10g

Read the current safety data sheet before handling. Packaging can be adapted to the order quantity and destination.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Canthaxanthin?

The CAS Registry Number of Canthaxanthin is 514-78-3. Canthaxanthin is also known as 4,4'-DIKETO-BETA-CAROTENE.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Canthaxanthin?

The molecular formula of Canthaxanthin is C40H52O2, and its molecular weight is 564.84 g/mol.

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