all-trans-Canthaxanthin

• CAT Number: R050117
• CAS Number: 514-78-3
• Molecular Formula: C40 H52 O2
• Molecular Weight: 564.84
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: ß,ß-Carotene-4,4′-dione, ß-Carotene-4,4′-dione (6CI), ß-Carotene-4,4′-dione, all-trans- (8CI), 4,4′-Diketo-ß-carotene, 4,4′-Dioxo-ß-carotene
• Target: NF-κB
• Storage: Store at RT
• InChIKey: FDSDTBUPSURDBL-DKLMTRRASA-N
• SMILES: CC1=C(C(CCC1=O)(C)C)C=CC(=CC=CC(=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C=CC2=C(C(=O)CCC2(C)C)C)C)C

All-trans-canthaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment found naturally in various plants, algae, and fungi. It is widely used as a colorant in food and animal feed, imparting a red-orange hue. In addition to its coloring properties, canthaxanthin has antioxidant activity, which helps protect cells from oxidative damage. Research on all-trans-canthaxanthin focuses on its health benefits, potential applications in nutraceuticals, and its role in enhancing the nutritional and visual appeal of food products.