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| Product Name: | Zeaxanthin | Other Name: | β,β-Carotene-3,3′-diol,(3R,3′R)-;β-Carotene-3,3′-diol,(3R,3′R)-all-trans-;Zeaxanthin;(3R,3′R)-β,β-Carotene-3,3′-diol;Zeaxanthin,all-trans-;Xanthophyll 3;Anchovyxanthin;Zeaxanthol;Anchovyxanthin,all-trans-;all-trans-Anchovyxanthin;all-trans-Zeaxanthin;(3R,3′R)-Zeaxanthin;ZeaGold;E 161H;Optisharp;all-trans-3R,3′R-Zeaxanthin;Luteinofta;all-E-Zeaxanthin;(3R,3′R)-Dihydroxy-β-carotene;(3R,3′R)-Dihydroxy-β-carotene;32638-35-0;34182-33-7 |
| CAS No.: | 144-68-3 | Molecular Formula: | C40H56O2 |
| InChIKeys: | InChIKey=JKQXZKUSFCKOGQ-QAYBQHTQSA-N | Molecular Weight: | 568.87 |
| Exact Mass: | 568.87 | EC Number: | 205-636-4 |
| UNII: | CV0IB81ORO | NSC Number: | 713073 |
| DSSTox ID: | DTXSID5046807 | HScode: | 29062990 |
| Categories: | Coloring Agent |
| PSA: | 40.5 | XLogP3: | 10.9 |
| Appearance: | Solid | Density: | 0.9944 (rough estimate) |
| Melting Point: | 215.5 °C | Boiling Point: | 572.66°C (rough estimate) |
| Flash Point: | 273.4±26.1 °C | Refractive Index: | 1.5250 (estimate) |
| Water Solubility: | 4.363e-011 mg/L @ 25 °C (est) | Storage Conditions: | −20°C |
| Vapor Pressure: | 2.19E-23mmHg at 25°C |
Classification of the substance or mixture
Not classified.
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
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No signal word |
| Hazard statement(s) |
none |
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| Prevention |
none |
| Response |
none |
| Storage |
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.