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Description: 

Astaxanthin is a keto-carotenoid within a group of chemical compounds known as carotenones or terpenes.Astaxanthin is a metabolite of zeaxanthin and canthaxanthin, containing both hydroxyl and ketone functional groups. It is a lipid-soluble pigment with red coloring properties.

Astaxanthin is used in food, cosmetics, and medicine. It has strong antioxidant properties, can bring bright colors to fish and birds, and reduce the damage of ultraviolet rays to the skin.

 

Product Name: Astaxanthin

CAS: 472-61-7

Molecular formula: C40H52O4

Appearance: Dark red or dark red powder

Astaxanthin: ≥ 2.0%,2.5%,3.0%, 5.0%

Moisture content: ≤ 6%

Ash content: 5%

Source: haematococcus pluvialis

Solubility: Quickly disperse in cold water, resulting in a red or bright red solution

Usage: Dietary supplements, nutritional supplements, health supplements, beverages

Country of production: China

Shelf life: 2 years

Storage conditions: Sealed, stored in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight

 

 

 

Product Name: Astaxanthin Other Name: β,β-Carotene-4,4′-dione,3,3′-dihydroxy-,(3S,3′S)-;β-Carotene-4,4′-dione,3,3′-dihydroxy-,all-trans-;Astaxanthin;(3S,3′S)-3,3′-Dihydroxy-β,β-carotene-4,4′-dione;Ovoester;Astaxanthin,all-trans-;(3S,3′S)-Astaxanthin;all-trans-Astaxanthin;trans-Astaxanthin;(3S,3′S)-all-trans-Astaxanthin;(3S,3′S)-Astaxanthin;Carophyll Pink;Natupink;BioAstin oleoresin;BioAstin;Lucantin Pink;AstaREAL;NatuRose;AstaXin;Astared;Astots 10O;Astots 5O;Aquasta;(S,S)-Astaxanthin;Astabio AR 5;AstaREAL A1010;Puresta W 05;Astareal ACT;Astacarox;Astabio AR 1;Astax S;Astots ST;all-trans-(3S,3′S)-Astaxanthin;Sunactive AX 310;AstaZine;Astots AWS;Astots 50S;Astabio AP1;346585-67-9
CAS No.: 472-61-7 Molecular Formula: C40H52O4
InChIKeys: InChIKey=MQZIGYBFDRPAKN-UWFIBFSHSA-N Molecular Weight: 596.83800
Exact Mass: 596.84 EC Number: 207-451-4
HScode: 3203001990 Categories: Plant Extracts

PSA: 74.60000 XLogP3: 10.3
Appearance: Solid Density: 1.071 g/cm3
Melting Point: 182.5 °C Boiling Point: 774ºC at 760 mmHg
Flash Point: 435.8ºC Refractive Index: 1.595
Water Solubility: DMSO: soluble 1mg/mL (warmed);In water, 7.9X10-10 mg/L at 25 deg C (est) Storage Conditions: -20ºC
Vapor Pressure: 1.14E-27mmHg at 25°C

Classification of the substance or mixture

Not classified.

GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

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Signal word

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Hazard statement(s)

none

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Prevention

none

Response

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none

Disposal

none

Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available

Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.