CAS 7235-40-7 β-Carotene

CAS:7235-40-7
Molecular Formula:C40H56
Molecular Weight:536.89
外观：橙色的粉末
EINECS:230-636-6

Synonyms:SOLATENE;PROVITAMINA1;PROVITAMINA;TRANS-B-CAROTENE;TRANS-BETA-CAROTENE;(all-E)-1,1′-(3,7,12,16-Tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis(2,6,6-trimethylcycloChemicalbookhexene)

What Is β- carotene?

β- carotene belongs to carotenoids, which are widely present in nature and the most stable natural pigment. It is an orange colored fat soluble compound with a glossy rhombohedral or crystalline powder, mainly derived from green plants and natural foods such as yellow and orange fruits. The dilute solution of β – carotene appears orange yellow to yellow, with an orange tint as the concentration increases, and may appear slightly red due to different solvent polarities.

规格

项目	标准
含量	96%-101%
颜色	Fuchsia or red powder
气味	无气味
识别	It should be in accordance with the regulations
Residue on burning	≤0.2%
干燥损失	≤0.2%
熔点	176°C-182°C
重金属(铅)	≤5mg/公斤
Arsenic (AS)	≤5mg/公斤

应用

1.β – carotene is used as a nutritional enhancer, edible orange pigment, and food coloring agent. China’s regulations stipulate that it can be used for various types of food and used in moderation according to production needs. Mainly used for artificial butter, noodles, pastries, beverages, and health foods.

2. An antioxidant that can act as a pro oxidant or antioxidant due to its inhibition of free radical induced in vitro peroxidation. Dietary supplements for mice reduce hearing loss and hair cell damage.