Canthaxanthin

SKU: orb1301431

Description

Canthaxanthin (E 161g) is a natural red-orange xanthophyll pigment found in various microorganisms. It is widely used in research as a potent antioxidant and colorant, with applications in studying oxidative stress, lipid peroxidation, and carotenoid metabolism in both in vitro and in vivo models.

Research Area

Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 514-78-3
• MW: 564.84
• Purity: 97.20% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₄₀H₅₂O₂
• SMILES: CC(C)(CC1)C(/C=C/C(C)=C/C=C/C(C)=C/C=C/C=C(C)/C=C/C=C(C)/C=C/C(C(C)(CC2)C)=C(C)C2=O)=C(C)C1=O
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite,Reactive Oxygen Species,ROS
• Solubility: DMSO:33.89 mg/mL (60 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Canthaxanthin, all-trans-Canthaxanthin, E 161g, inhibit, Endogenous Metabolite, Inhibitor, Reactive Oxygen Species, ReactiveOxygenSpecies

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Endogenous Metabolite,Reactive Oxygen Species,ROS