Canthaxanthin

CAS 514-78-3 · C40H52O2 · 564.84 g/mol

Structure of Canthaxanthin
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About Canthaxanthin

Canthaxanthin (CAS 514-78-3) is listed in the ChemSigma catalog. Its molecular formula is C40H52O2 and its molecular weight is 564.84 g/mol. It is also known as 4,4'-DIKETO-BETA-CAROTENE.

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Basic information

CAS number 514-78-3
Product name Canthaxanthin
Synonyms 4,4'-DIKETO-BETA-CAROTENE
Molecular formula C40H52O2
Molecular weight 564.84 g/mol
EC number 208-187-2

Certificate of Analysis

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Packaging

500g 100g 10g 1g

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Properties & storage

Appearance purple to reddish-violet
Boiling Point 253.9 ( ℃ )