(13Z)‐β‐Carotene

• CAT Number: R066549
• CAS Number: 6811-73-0
• Molecular Formula: C40H56
• Molecular Weight: 536.89
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 13-cis-β,β-Carotene
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 1,3,3-trimethyl-2-[(1E,3E,5E,7Z,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-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/h11-14,17-22,25-28H,15-16,23-24,29-30H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,19-13+,20-14+,27-25+,28-26+,31-17-,32-18+,33-21+,34-22+
• InChIKey: OENHQHLEOONYIE-MZMZTKINSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)C=CC(=CC=CC(=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C=CC2=C(CCCC2(C)C)C)C)C

(13Z)-β-Carotene(CAT: R066549) is a cis-isomer of β-carotene, a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment found in many fruits and vegetables. Unlike the more common all-trans form, (13Z)-β-carotene has a different spatial configuration that can affect its absorption, bioavailability, and biological activity in the human body. This compound is a precursor to vitamin A (retinol), which is essential for vision, immune function, and skin health. (13Z)-β-Carotene is of particular interest in nutritional science and medical research due to its potential antioxidant properties and its role in protecting cells from oxidative damage. The isomerization of β-carotene from the trans to the cis form can occur during food processing, storage, or even within the human body, influencing the overall effectiveness of β-carotene as a dietary nutrient. This compound is studied for its potential health benefits, including its impact on reducing the risk of chronic diseases and its role in eye health.