(±)-α-Carotene

• CAT Number: R043355
• CAS Number: 432-70-2
• Molecular Formula: C40H56
• Molecular Weight: 536.89
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: β,ε-Carotene;all-trans-α-Carotene; (all-E)-1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-[3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaenyl]cyclohexene; (all-E)-1,3,3-Trimethyl-2-[3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cycl
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 1,3,3-trimethyl-2-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]cyclohexene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C40H56/c1-31(19-13-21-33(3)25-27-37-35(5)23-15-29-39(37,7)8)17-11-12-18-32(2)20-14-22-34(4)26-28-38-36(6)24-16-30-40(38,9)10/h11-14,17-23,25-28,37H,15-16,24,29-30H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,19-13+,20-14+,27-25+,28-26+,31-17+,32-18+,33-21+,34-22+
• InChIKey: ANVAOWXLWRTKGA-JLTXGRSLSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)C=CC(=CC=CC(=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C=CC2C(=CCCC2(C)C)C)C)C

(±)-α-Carotene(CAT: R043355) is a naturally occurring carotenoid found in various fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, pumpkins, and sweet potatoes. Structurally similar to β-carotene, it is an important precursor of vitamin A, contributing to vision health, immune function, and skin health. α-Carotene exhibits antioxidant properties, helping to neutralize free radicals and protect cells from oxidative stress. Studies have shown that higher dietary intake of α-carotene is associated with a reduced risk of certain cancers and cardiovascular diseases. Its role in promoting overall health makes it a valuable compound in nutritional and medical research, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant potential.