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Norbixin (CAT: C000418) is a carotenoid compound used as a cosmetic pigment and a food coloring additive. Carotenoids are natural pigments found in various fruits and vegetables, imparting colors ranging from yellow to red. In the context of the cosmetics and food industry, Norbixin is valued for its ability to provide attractive colors to products while serving as a safe and natural alternative to synthetic colorants.
| Catalog Number | C000418 |
| CAS Number | 542-40-5 |
| Synonyms | 4,8,13,17-tetramethyl-2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18-eicosanonaenedioic Acid; 6,6′-Diapo-ψ,ψ-carotenedioic Acid; (2E,4E,6E,8E,10E,12E,14E,16E,18E)-4,8,13,17-Tetramethyl-2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18-eicosanonaenedioic Acid; AFC-WS 4600P; all-trans-Norbixin; β-Norbixin; |
| Molecular Formula | C₂₄H₂₈O₄ |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| Solubility | DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly, Sonicated) |
| Appearance | Red to Very Dark Red Solid |
| Storage | - 86°C, Hygroscopic, Light sensitive |
| Reference | Bouvier, F., et al.: Science, 300, 2089 (2003); Breithaupt, D.: Food Chem., 86, 449 (2004); |
