Lycopane

• CAT Number: I031256
• CAS Number: 45316-02-7
• Molecular Formula: C40H82
• Molecular Weight: 563.10
• Purity: 98%
• Synonyms: Lycopane
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO
• Appearance: Solid powder
• Storage: Dry, dark and at 0 - 4 C for short term (days to weeks) or -20 C for long term (months to years).
• IUPAC Name: Dotriacontane, 2,6,10,14,19,23,27,31-octamethyl-
• InChI: InChI=1S/C40H82/c1-33(2)19-13-23-37(7)27-17-31-39(9)29-15-25-35(5)21-11-12-22-36(6)26-16-30-40(10)32-18-28-38(8)24-14-20-34(3)4/h33-40H,11-32H2,1-10H3
• InChIKey: VZVGMMPGAFGVOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)CCCC(C)C

Lycopane (Cat No.: I031256) is a naturally occurring tetraterpene hydrocarbon belonging to the carotenoid family, structurally related to lycopene but fully saturated, lacking double bonds. Found in certain plant sources and synthesized for research, lycopane is primarily studied for its antioxidant properties and potential role in protecting cells from oxidative stress. Its biological activity is less characterized than other carotenoids, but it holds interest in nutritional science and cosmetic formulations. Lycopane’s stability and lipophilicity make it a useful compound in lipid-based systems and antioxidant research.

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